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April 19, 2024
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A Moscow Mills man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 12am Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
30 year old Brittany Miller of
MODOT HIRING WORKERS AT JOB FAIR IN SHELBINA
The Missouri Department of Transportation Northeast District Office will host a job fair to hire multiple full-time positions including: Maintenance workers, Highway designer/Civil Engineer, signal/Lighting electricians, and mechanics/equipment technicians. The event will be from 10am – 2pm Saturday, April 20, at the MoDOT Shelbina Maintenance Facility, 213 N. Douglas,
MoDOT offers full training and benefits including medical insurance, paid annual and sick leave, educational assistance, paid holidays and more.
MoDOT is a diverse workplace dedicated to safety and personal and professional development.
Applicant information:
Bring a valid driver’s license.
Applications can be completed on-site or ahead of time at modot.org/careers. An active email address will be required.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma/GED and a valid driver's license.
If offered a position, applicants also must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screening, work simulation and physical at a separately scheduled date and time.
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April 18, 2024
14 BRIDGES IN
Weather permitting, the week of April 22, bridge rehabilitation work is set to begin on 14 rural
Locations are as follows:
Monroe County, Route Y - Over Reese Fork in Audrain County, 0.71 mile from Route NN
Six phases are included in the scope of rehabilitation work. The contractor currently plans to complete a single phase on all bridges before progressing to the next phase of work. To minimize the overall impact to motorists, there will be brief work zones at each bridge while work is active.
During these time periods, flaggers will direct motorists through the one-lane work zones. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place while work zones are active. Crews will be present during daylight hours, Monday through Friday. All work is weather permitting, and schedules are subject to change. All work is scheduled to be completed by November 1.
A list and interactive map of all project locations within the contract can be found on the projects webpage at https://www.modot.org/SASNE.
On Friday, April 12 at approximately 9:12pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 800 block of
On Saturday, April 13 at approximately 8:17pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1700 block of
On Wednesday, April 10 the Mexico Public Safety Department took four reports of copper being stolen from air conditioner condenser units in the central business district area. Investigation indicates that the damage and thefts occurred during the morning hours of the 9th and the 10th and that two white males were involved. Anyone with information is asked to contact Mexico Public Safety at (573) 473-5800 or (573) 581-2100 or CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 392-TIPS or (800) 392-8477. CRIMESTOPPERS tips leading to an arrest or charges are eligible for reward.
MARCH 2024 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
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TWO INJURED IN
Two men were injured in an accident that occurred after 10pm Monday in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
A woman was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Monday night in
GOV. PARSON ORDERS FLAGS TO HALF-STAFF IN HONOR OF
On Tuesday, Governor Mike Parson ordered
“Chief Singer devoted 20 years of his life to protecting his community and was committed to advancing professional development among law enforcement investigators as an active member of the Missouri Investigators Association,” Governor Parson said. “We are grateful for his public service, and Teresa and I send our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.”
On the evening of April 7, Chief Singer was on duty with the Lake Lafayette Police Department when he responded to a report of subjects trespassing near the dam of
Singer, 48, was a 20-year law enforcement veteran. He graduated from the
Chief Singer had been a member of the Missouri Investigators Association since 2005 and had served as a member of the organization’s Membership Committee, Training Committee, and as vice president and president. He had also served in the Lafayette County Assessor’s Office, where he rose to the position of deputy assessor in September 2017 and continued to serve in that capacity.
The flags will be held at half-staff on the day of Chief Singer’s memorial service.
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MAN INJURED IN GASCONADE
A Linn man was injured in an accident that occurred at 4:05pm Sunday in
DRIVER INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
35 year old Adam Ritter of Vandalia was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TEEN HURT IN ATV MISHAP
A teen was hurt in an ATV mishap Sunday evening in
The Missouri Department of Revenue has announced the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) of the license office in
For a list of bid opportunities and bid response instructions, please visit
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April 15, 2024
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
Missouri Route 6 – April 22, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from 0.5 mile before the North Fork South Fabius River bridge to just after the North Fork South Fabius bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route K – April 23 – 24, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from Route EE to
Route K – April 25, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from
Route V – April 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route V – April 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route V Spur to
Route P – April 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route F – April 16, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from 1.0 mile north of
Route M – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from 2.5 miles east of U.S. Route 63 to 3.0 miles east of U.S. Route 63 between 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route Z – April 17 - 18, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from
Route AA – April 17 - 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route K to
Route AA – April 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from 3.0 miles east of U.S. Route 63 to 3.5 miles east of U.S. Route 63 between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Route PP – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from 3.5 miles east of U.S. Route 63 to 4.0 miles east of U.S. Route 63 between 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Route UU – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from Old Highway 36 to Clarence Street 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
U.S. Route 36 – April 17, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from U.S. Route 61 to Harrison Hill in Hannibal between 2:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route U – April 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 477 to CR 469 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – April 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 469 to CR 463 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – April 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 455 to CR 465 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – April 24 - 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 436 to CR 450 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route K – April 22 - 25, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Missouri Route 19 to Route P between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route W – April 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 220 to 0.50 mile south of CR 220 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
U.S. Route 63 (Southbound) – April 15, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from 1.0 mile south of U.S. Route 24 to 1.5 miles south of U.S. Route 24 between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Route Z – April 16, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from 1.0 mile west of Route C to 1.5 miles west of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
Route H – April 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route V – April 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route D to
Route W – April 22 - 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route A – April 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 161 to CR 155 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route A - April 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 108 to CR 116 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route A – April 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route H - April 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 460 to CR 470 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route H - April 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 708 to Route N between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route H - April 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 716 to CR 803 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route EE - April 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 817 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route RA - April 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route U to CR 116 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route KK – April 15 - 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 201 to CR 207 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
I-70 (Westbound) – April 15 – 16, LANE RESTRICTION will be in place on westbound I-70 in Warren County beginning at the Missouri Route 47/I-70 interchange for surveying work, extending approximately 3,900 feet beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Monday, April 15th through 6:00 a.m. on April 16th.
I-70 (Westbound) – April 15 – 16, LANE RESTRICTION will be in place on westbound I-70 in Warren County, approximately one-half mile east of Wright City interchange for surveying work, beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Monday, April 15th through 6:00 a.m. on April 16th.
MODOT: DISTRACTED DRIVING AFFECTS EVERYONE, “WORK WITH US” IN WORK ZONES
In 2023, 35 fatalities occurred in work zone crashes, the highest number of work zone fatalities in
Using a cell phone while driving is now against the law in
It’s not just a courtesy to slow down and move over for these work zones—it’s the law.
In 2023 alone, MoDOT work zone vehicles with truck mounted attenuators were struck 63 times, an increase of 27 from the previous year. These crashes are almost always a result of drivers being distracted behind the wheel and/or driving too fast for the conditions.
At its core, the Buckle Up Phone Down initiative is about prioritizing personal safety. Forty-five percent of those killed in work zone crashes last year were not wearing a seat belt and the overall unbelted fatality rate so far in 2024 is the highest recorded in recent years. Everyone carries the responsibility of personal safety. Wear your seat belt, put the phone down and help save lives on
MDC REPORTS YOUNG HUNTERS TOOK 3,721
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young turkey hunters in
Young hunters checked 2,550 birds during the 2023 spring youth weekend.
"Favorable morning weather appears to have more than made up for some windy afternoons this year,” said MDC Turkey Biologist Nick Oakley. “Youth harvest increased by more than a thousand birds compared to the 2023 youth season and was the highest harvest total since 2017. Successively better hatches over the last several years have helped the turkey population stabilize and hunters are starting to see the results of that in the field.
Get more harvest information by county at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
The regular spring turkey season runs April 15 through May 5. For more information on spring turkey hunting in
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GOV. PARSON ANNOUNCES $5 MILLION IN EQUIPMENT GRANTS TO
On Wednesday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri Department of Public Safety has approved 70 grants totaling $5 million to law enforcement, fire service and
Grant funded equipment includes patrol vehicles, mobile data terminals, body cameras, firefighter turnout gear, extrication equipment, ambulances, cardiac monitors, pediatric resuscitation devices, and emergency communications radios.
“Across our state,
Grants were awarded as follows (the complete list of recipients and grants amounts is available here):
MDC CHANGES
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces changes to turkey hunting regulations for the fall seasons. The Missouri Conservation Commission gave final approval to the changes at its April 5 open meeting in Rolla.
The approved changes to fall turkey hunting will reduce the harvest limit from four to two birds of either sex and will now require both fall firearms turkey hunters and fall archery turkey hunters to purchase a fall turkey-hunting permit.
According to MDC, the changes to fall turkey hunting regulations aim to reduce the fall harvest while maintaining as much opportunity for hunters as possible.
The Commission gave initial approval to the regulation changes at its December open meeting. The changes were then open for public comment from Feb. 2 through March 2. MDC received about 40 comments with most pertaining to the removal of turkeys from archery hunting permits.
The Commission previously approved MDC changes to shooting hours for the regular spring turkey season. Shooting hours are extended for private land only from a half-hour before sunrise to sunset. Shooting hours on public land will remain a half-hour before sunrise to 1 p.m. These changes are effective for the Spring 2024 turkey season. The annual youth spring turkey hunting portion will continue to have extended shooting hours from a half-hour before sunrise to sunset for both public and private land.
Learn more about turkey hunting in
MOFB INSURANCE ANNOUNCES 9TH ANNUAL HOME RUN AGAINST HUNGER CAMPAIGN
The number of Missourians facing hunger would fit into Busch Stadium more than 15x. Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance (MOFBI) recognizes the need to obtain and distribute food to hungry families across the state. For the ninth consecutive year, insurance agents and producers, customer service representatives, regional coordinators and many volunteers are accepting donations now to April 30 at office locations across the state. The 2024 Home Run Against Hunger campaign is one of several events Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance organizes annually to help those in need.
Unfortunately, one in every eight
Help us fight hunger. The most-needed items include: canned meat, canned fruits and vegetables, beans, rice, cereal, peanut butter, soups and pasta. Drop off donations (food or funds) at your local county office between April 3 and April 30 or text MOFB2024 to 44-321. All donations serve local communities.
During the campaign’s final days, each MOFBI office will deliver donations to a local pantry. A statewide grand total of donations in pounds will be announced along with total monetary donations. Last year’s efforts garnered nearly 4.4 tons of food and over $16,100.
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WOMAN HURT IN CALLAWAY
A
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
A man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
CANADIAN MAN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A Canadian man was killed in a motorcycle crash Tuesday evening in
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TROY MAN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT IN
A Troy man was killed in a motorcycle accident that occurred at 8pm Monday in
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
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DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
25 year old Kenneth Sgrignuoli of Moberly was hurt in a Monday afternoon crash in
On Friday, April 5 at approximately 8:39pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 600 block of
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TWO TEENS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
Two teens were seriously injured in a Saturday night crash in
MAN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
A
WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Shelbina woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
STATE TO CARRY OUT SENTENCE OF BRIAN DORSEY
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson confirmed that the State of
"Brian Dorsey punished his loving family for helping him in a time of need. His cousins invited him into their home where he was surrounded by family and friends, then gave him a place to stay. Dorsey repaid them with cruelty, inhumane violence, and murder," Governor Parson said. "The pain Dorsey brought to others can never be rectified, but carrying out Dorsey’s sentence according to
Dorsey murdered his cousin, Sarah Bonnie, and her husband, Ben Bonnie, in the middle of the night after they rescued Dorsey from drug dealers attempting to collect debts at Dorsey’s apartment earlier in the day. After he murdered them, Dorsey raped Sarah’s corpse as the Bonnies’, now-orphaned, four-year-old daughter slept in another room. Numerous jurors and courts have determined the judgment Dorsey received is an appropriate and legal sentence for his heinous crimes.
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
U.S. Route 63 – April 11, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from Shepherd Avenue to Route P between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route AA – April 8 – 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 0.10 mile north of CR 117 to CR 52 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily.
Route P – April 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route F – April 16, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from 1.0 mile north of
Route M – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from 2.5 miles east of U.S. Route 63 to 3.0 miles east of U.S. Route 63 between 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route P – April 16, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from
Route Z – April 17 - 18, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from
Route AA – April 9 – 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route K to
Route AA – April 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route AA – April 17 - 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route K to
Route AA – April 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from 3.0 miles east of U.S. Route 63 to 3.5 miles east of U.S. Route 63 between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Route PP – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from 3.5 miles east of U.S. Route 63 to 4.0 miles east of U.S. Route 63 between 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Route UU – April 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from Old Highway 36 to Clarence Street 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
U.S. Route 36 – April 17, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from U.S. Route 61 to Harrison Hill in Hannibal between 2:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route A – April 10-11, CLOSED for railroad maintenance from 4,500 and 4,750 feet north of U.S. Route 24 in Holliday between 7:00 a.m. on April 9 and will reopen at 6:00 p.m. on April 10.
Route U – April 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 477 to CR 469 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – April 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 469 to CR 463 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route F – April 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Long Road to
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – April 8 – 9, LANE RESTRICION for patching operations from Route HH to Route OO between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – April 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 61 to CR 36 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route W – April 8 - 10, CLOSED for core drilling operations starting at 0.4 mile north of Route H to 0.6 north of Route H at the Little Ramsey Creek bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route W – April 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 220 to 0.50 mile south of CR 220 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route O – April 12, CLOSED for brush cutting operations from
U.S. Route 63 (Southbound) – April 15, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from 1.0 mile south of U.S. Route 24 to 1.5 miles south of U.S. Route 24 between 8:00a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Route D – April 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route C to 0.5 mile south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route D – April 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.5 miles south of Route C to 2.0 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route D – April 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 2.0 miles south of Route C to 2.5 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route Z – April 16, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from 1.0 mile west of Route C to 1.5 miles west of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
Route DD – April 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1310 to 0.5 mile south of CR 1310 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route C – April 8 - 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route CC to Route N between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route H – April 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route KK – April 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 201 to CR 207 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route KK – April 15 - 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 201 to CR 207 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
NARCOTICS INVESTIGATION NETS TWO ARRESTS IN
Over the last few months, Chillicothe Police Officers and Detectives have worked on a narcotics investigation. As a result, Detectives filed for and were granted a Livingston County Search Warrant through the
Two
SOLAR ECLIPSE & DRIVER EXAMINATION TESTING
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like the public to be aware the upcoming solar eclipse may affect driver examination skills testing times. The solar eclipse in
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DRIVERS INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
Both drivers were injured in an accident that occurred at 7:40pm Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN BOONE
63 year old Mary Back of Fulton was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck early Thursday morning in
THREE INJURED IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING CRASH
Three people were injured in an early Thursday morning crash in
On Tuesday at approximately 9:52pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1500 block of
An arrest warrant has been issued for Mr. Dudley for 1st Degree Assault. Anyone with information about any of these incidents or about Mr. Dudley's location is asked to contact Mexico Public Safety at (573) 581-2100 or (573) 473-5800 or CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 392-TIPS or (800) 392-8477. CRIMESTOPPERS information leading to an arrest or conviction could result in a reward.
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UPDATE: ROUTE J IN
Route J in
PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK IN
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a truck at 8:10pm Tuesday in
APRIL IS NATIONAL SAFE DIGGING MONTH
Warmer weather usually means an increase in outside projects that may require digging or excavation work. If you are building a deck, planting a tree, or completing a large project, Missouri law requires anyone digging underground to notify Missouri 811 (by calling 811 or placing a locate request online at www.missouri-811.org before any excavation begins. The call will be taken by the Missouri 811 Call Center, which then notifies all relevant utilities in the project area. Once
Hitting an underground line can cause serious injury, it could disrupt service to you and other customers and it could potentially result in fines and repair costs. The Missouri Public Service Commission reminds consumers to call before you dig. It’s free and it’s the law.
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AREA ROAD IN
Route J in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY EVENING WRECK
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT MISHAP
41 year old Amanda Weis of Fayette was seriously injured in a Monday night mishap in
TWO HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A woman and a baby boy from Greentop were hurt in a Monday afternoon crash in
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RESURFACING WORK ONGOING AT ROUTE BB IN AUDRAIN AND MONTGOMERY COUNTIES
Weather permitting, a resurfacing project located on Route BB in Audrain and Montgomery counties, from U.S. Route 54 to Missouri Route 161, is ongoing.
The $4.7M contract, awarded last year to Magruder Paving, LLC of Troy, Missouri, includes several additional resurfacing projects scheduled to be completed by November 1, 2024:
Traffic will be reduced to one lane with a 9-foot width restriction at the location where crews are actively working. Flaggers and a pilot car will be utilized for traffic control to guide traffic through the work zone. Workers will be present during daylight hours. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Hermann man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 1:50am Sunday in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
29 year old Jared Bourque of
ONE KILLED, TWO INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
A woman was killed, while two others were injured in a Sunday night crash in
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route AA – April 8 – 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 0.10 miles north of CR 117 to CR 52 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily.
Route V – April 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – April 1 - 3, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route 6 to
Route AA – April 9 – 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route K to
Route AA – April 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route A – April 9 – 10, CLOSED for railroad maintenance from 4,500 and 4,750 feet north of U.S. Route 24 in Holliday between 7:00 a.m. on April 9 and will reopen at 6:00 p.m. on April 10.
Route U – April 4 - 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 0.50 miles west of Route 107 to 0.50 miles east of CR 479 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily Monday through Friday.
Route F – April 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Long Road to
Route F – April 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route JJ to
Route F – April 3, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route V to
Route W – April 2 – 4, CLOSED for core drilling operations starting at 0.4 miles north of Route H to 0.6 north of Route H at the Little Ramsey Creek bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route W – April 8 - 10, CLOSED for core drilling operations starting at 0.4 miles north of Route H to 0.6 north of Route H at the Little Ramsey Creek bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route O – April 12, CLOSED for brush cutting operations from
Route D – April 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route C to 0.5 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route D – April 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.5 miles south of Route C to 2.0 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route D – April 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 2.0 miles south of Route C to 2.5 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route DD – April 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1310 to 1.5 miles south of CR 1310 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route C – April 5, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route CC to
Route C – April 8 - 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route CC to Route N between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route H – April 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route P – April 2 – 4, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 63 to
Route P – April 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to the end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route KK – April 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 201 to CR 207 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
On Thursday March 28 at approximately 7:45pm, Moberly Officers responded to the 700 block of
Upon arrival, Officers located a male juvenile south of the residence. The subject was determined to be involved in the altercation and was detained. Officers returned to the residence and contacted numerous individuals.
It was determined that a firearm was discharged inside the residence during a physical altercation. The altercation moved outside, and another firearm was discharged. One female subject was treated on scene for minor injuries.
Moberly Detectives were called to the scene, and they later executed a search warrant.
Four adults and three juveniles were detained and transported to the Moberly Police Department. The juveniles were turned over to their guardians and the Randolph County Juvenile Office. The adults were released from custody pending formal charges. The investigation is ongoing.
Moberly Officers were assisted by Randolph County Deputies.
Confluence Rivers To Acquire
The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved, with conditions, an application filed by Confluence Rivers Utility Operating Company, Inc. (Confluence) seeking authority to acquire and operate the water and sewer systems of Lake Sherwood Estates Association (
The Commission determined: 1) There is a need for the service; 2) Confluence is qualified to provide the proposed service; 3) Confluence has the financial ability to provide the service; 4) The proposal is economically feasible; and 5) The service promotes the public interest. “Based on the application and Staff’s recommendations, the Commission concludes that the factors for granting a certificate of convenience and necessity to Confluence have been satisfied and that, with the reasonable and necessary conditions set out by Staff, it is in the public interest for Confluence to provide water and sewer service to Lake Sherwood,” said the Commission.
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BRIDGE REHABILITION PROJECTS SCHEDULED
Weather permitting, April 3, two bridge rehabilitation projects are scheduled to begin on Missouri Route 19 in
Temporary traffic impacts will occur at the bridge locations between Missouri Route 94, south of McKittrick, and Missouri Route 100 in Hermann. Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the day at the location where crews are actively working for the duration of the project. Flaggers and a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Workers will be present Monday through Friday during daylight hours. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place for the duration of the project. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
SAFETY IS IMPORTANT DURING TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
The Missouri State Highway Patrol asks the public to be aware of and plan for the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The viewing path in
To avoid the heaviest traffic when traveling for the event, it will be helpful to leave early and plan to remain at your viewing location until a period after the eclipse to avoid any congestion afterwards. For the most up-to-date information on the roads, visit the Patrol's website, www.statepatrol.dps.mo.gov, to check road conditions on MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map or download the Traveler Information Map to your smart device.
The Patrol reminds every driver to pay attention, obey all traffic laws, and wear a seat belt.
Additional safe driving tips include:
· Don’t stop along the interstate or park on the shoulder.
· Find a safe location to view the event and get there early.
· Don’t take photographs while driving.
· Turn your headlights on and do not rely on your automatic headlights.
· Prepare for extra congestion, especially on interstates, on the day before, day of and day after the eclipse.
· Watch out for increased pedestrian traffic along smaller roads. People may randomly park and walk alongside roads in the hour before the total eclipse to get the best viewing.
· Avoid travel during the eclipse or in the area of the path of totality if you can.
· Never wear eclipse glasses when driving a car or operating a boat.
· Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has a full tank of gas.
· Bring along water and snacks in your vehicle.
If you have planned a day on the water for April 8, make sure your boat has the proper lighting if you will be on the water during the eclipse. It will become quite dark. Be aware of your surroundings and what hazards exist near your boat leading up to the eclipse, so you're prepared when the eclipse occurs. Always keep a safe distance between yourself and other boaters. Swimmers will be hard to see as the eclipse occurs.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is available to assist you. Should you need emergency assistance, see an impaired or careless driver, or if you see a crime being committed, call 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cell phone. The number is toll-free and rings at the nearest Highway Patrol troop headquarters.
The Department of Economic Development’s (DED) Office of Broadband Development (OBD) has announced that the Missouri Broadband Availability Challenge Process is now open and accepting challenges until April 23. The challenge process will assist in the investment of $1.7 billion in funding provided by the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.
The purpose of the challenge process is to finalize the eligibility of
To assist challenge process participants, OBD has published a series of online resources that include a challenge portal user guide, data downloads reflecting the status of locations, the approved BEAD Initial Proposal Volume 1, and various how-to guides. These resources are currently available on OBD’s challenge process webpage.
During the challenge process, providers whose service is challenged will have 30 days to file rebuttal evidence. Any nonprofit, local government, or internet service provider interested in participating should register through the challenge portal. Providers reporting service in
The Missouri Broadband Availability Map is now available at broadbandmap.mo.gov. Details on the challenge process, including helpful resources, are available at ded.mo.gov/office-broadband-development/challenge.
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TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
Two people from
ATTORNEY GENERAL BAILEY SUES CONTRACTOR FOR FRAUD IN
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that his office filed suit in
General Bailey’s lawsuit asserts that Walters promised to provide construction services and materials in exchange for advance payment. After taking payments from the consumer, Walters provided minimal services and materials, failed to complete the project, and failed to provide a refund. The consumer’s loss is approximately $6,500.
General Bailey is seeking full restitution for the affected consumer, injunctive relief, and civil penalties.
Consumers who believe that they have been scammed by Anthony Walters or another contractor should file a complaint with the Missouri Attorney General’s Office by calling the Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222 or by submitting a complaint online at ago.mo.gov.
The lawsuit can be viewed here: https://ago.mo.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024.3.05-Anthony-Walters-Civil-Petition.pdf
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
On Saturday March 23 at approximately 6:45am while on patrol, officers with the Moberly Police Department located an abandoned vehicle that was reported stolen out of
Moberly officers with the assistance of the community were able to locate a residence where the suspects were believed to be. Four juveniles were taken into custody regarding the incident. Three juveniles were released to Columbia Police Department and Boone County Juvenile Office. The fourth juvenile was released to the Randolph County Juvenile Office.
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
Route V – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route BB – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route C to Missouri Route 16 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route DD – March 28 – 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 6 to
Route KK – March 26 - 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route VV – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route CC – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 161 to
Route CC – March 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route F - March 28 - 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route V to
Route F – April 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Long Road to
Route F – April 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route JJ to
Route B – March 18 - 29, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from U.S. Route 61 to CR 107 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – March 28 - 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 36 to CR 48 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route W – April 1 – 4, CLOSED for core drilling operations starting at 0.4 miles north of Route H to 0.6 north of Route H at the Little Ramsey Creek bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route D – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route BB to 0.5 miles north of Route BB between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route D – March 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.5 miles south of Route C to 2.0 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route D - March 28, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.0 miles south of Route C to. 1.5 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route P – April 2 – 4, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 63 to
Route P – April 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to the end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
MEXICO
On Friday, March 22 at approximately 9:51pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 700 block of
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 3/22/24 and 7am 3/25/2024.
On March 23, 2024, at around 1:25am, a Moberly Officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign near Rollins and
On March 24, 2024, at around 12:50am, a Moberly Officer observed a vehicle nearly strike another vehicle head on near the intersection of Johnson and
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NIGHTTIME GUARD CABLE REPAIR WORK SCHEDULED ON I-70 IN
Weather permitting, as early as March 25, contractor crews with CSD Environmental Services, Inc. will begin guard cable repair work on Interstate 70 in Montgomery and Warren counties. Work will occur from the
MEXICO
On Friday, March 22 at approximately 2:54am, an alert resident reported suspicious activity in the south-central part of
MPSD has learned that at least five guns were stolen from at least three vehicles in
Anyone with information is asked to contact CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 392-TIPS or (800) 392-8477 or Mexico Public Safety at (573) 473-5800 or (573) 581-2100. Information leading to an arrest could be eligible for a reward.
MAN INJURED IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A Union man was injured in an accident that occurred at around 4:45pm Sunday in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
53 year old Wendy Ward of
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TWO WOMEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
Two women from Bourbon, MO were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 7:20am Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
33 year old Sarah McGuire of Union was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday morning in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ROLLOVER
A Hunnewell teen was seriously injured in a rollover crash Wednesday night in
MODOT TO HOST HIRING EVENT IN WAYLAND
The Missouri Department of Transportation Northeast District Office will host a job fair to hire multiple full-time positions including: Maintenance Workers, Construction Technicians and Inspectors, Highway Designers, Signal/Lighting Electricians, Mechanics/Equipment Technicians and more. The event will be from 10 am – 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 2, at the MoDOT Wayland Maintenance Facility, 25779 Hwy 136 Spur, 0.6 mile south of Route 136,
MoDOT offers full training and benefits including medical insurance, paid annual and sick leave, educational assistance, paid holidays and more.
MoDOT is a diverse workplace dedicated to safety and personal and professional development.
Applicant information:
To learn more about all open MoDOT career positions, or to apply, go to www.modot.org/careers.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ADAIR
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GOV. PARSON PROVIDES UPDATE ON
Governor Mike Parson has provided an update on
"Missourians understand there is a crisis at our Southern Border and that it's not just impacting the State of
Below are updates from both MSHP and MONG deployments to the Southern Border.
On March 1, 2024, 11 MSHP troopers traveled to southern
MSHP troopers assisting Texas DPS troopers in the area of the
Traffic Stops - 216
Undocumented Migrant Encounters - 193
Undocumented Migrant Turn-backs - 16
Impaired Driver and Drug Arrests - 9
Other Law Enforcement Assistance - 13
In addition to the incidents above, on March 8,
On March 14,
Troopers from seven of the Patrol’s nine troops, the Division of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC), and the Field Operations Bureau (FOB) are serving in
Marine operations-certified
The first group of MONG service members deployed on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, and began active support on Thursday, March 14.
Forty-eight MONG service members deployed from across the State of
The initial 48 Soldiers arrived in
On Thursday, MONG service members began working alongside Texas National Guard and law enforcement partners. MONG service members are assisting in the construction of physical barriers, manning observation posts, and supporting security patrols, as needed.
MISSOURI
The Missouri Captive Insurance Industry had another successful year, increasing its gross written premium by 142% in 2023. The amount of written premiums in 2022 were $3,543,681,320 vs. $8,600,492,937 in 2023. This growth is attributed to the quality and strength of the companies in
While many state captive programs tout the number of clients they have as the mark of achievement, the department’s Captive Insurance Program takes a different approach - focusing on each captive’s quality and success.
More information about the department’s Captive Insurance Program can be found at insurance.mo.gov/captive.
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
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Route V - March 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route V – March 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route V – March 25 - 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route BB – March 25 – 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route C to Missouri Route 16 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route DD – March 28 – 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 6 to
Route KK – March 18 - 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Olympic Avenue in
Route MM – March 20 - 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route MM – March 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route MM – March 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route VV – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route CC – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 161 to
Route CC – March 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route F - March 28 - 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route V and
Route B – March 18 - 29, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from U.S. Route 61 to CR 107 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route U – March 28 - 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 36 to CR 48 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route T – March 18 - 22, CLOSED for brush cutting operations from
Route D – March 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route BB to 0.5 miles north of Route BB between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route D – March 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.5 miles south of Route C to 2.0 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route D - March 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.0 miles south of Route C to. 1.5 miles south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route D – March 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 605 to CR 309 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route D - March 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 307 to CR 601 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route KK – March 18 - 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Olympic Avenue in
MAN INJURED IN HOWARD
A Boonville man was injured in an accident that occurred at 12pm Sunday in
TEEN HURT IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Ewing teen was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday afternoon in
TEEN INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
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DRIVERS INJURED IN AUDRAIN
Two drivers were injured in an accident that occurred at 11:45am Saturday in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A woman and a little girl from Lonedell were seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
WOMAN HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
A Bevier woman was hurt in an early Sunday morning crash in
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NCMRWC WELCOMED USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICIALS TO
Leadership and staff from the North Central Missouri Regional Water Commission (NCMRWC) were honored to welcome United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development (
MDC REMINDS SNAGGERS THAT PADDLEFISH SEASON BEGINS FRIDAY
Imagine catching a giant, prehistoric fish whose ancestors swam during the time of dinosaurs. That is a reality for thousands of paddlefish snaggers during
The season for the state’s major paddlefish waters -- Lake of the Ozarks, Harry S. Truman Reservoir, and
Paddlefish -- named for their large, paddle-shaped snouts -- are an ancient species that can grow to seven feet and weigh more than 100 pounds. Paddlefish swim slowly through water with their mouths wide open, collecting tiny crustaceans and insects in their elaborate, closely set gill rakers. The paddle-shaped snout functions as an electrosensory organ that allows it to sense plankton as it swims through water.
Because the giant fish eat tiny crustaceans and insects, they do not bite on traditional fishing hooks. They are usually caught through the practice of snagging where anglers drag large triple-sided hooks through the water to “snag” a fish in the body with the hooks.
A fishing permit is required for snagging and other allowed methods, unless exempt. The daily limit is two paddlefish, and the possession limit is four. No person shall continue to snag after taking a daily limit of two paddlefish.
The statewide minimum length limit is 32 inches -- measured from eye to fork of tail – with a minimum length limit of 34 inches for Lake of the Ozarks,
All paddlefish under the legal minimum length must be returned to the water unharmed immediately after being caught. MDC offers these tips for returning undersized fish:
Use landing nets, not gaffs, which can kill young fish.
Wet hands before handling fish and avoid excessive handling.
Never put fingers in the gills or eyes.
Remove hooks carefully and get undersized fish back into the water as quickly as possible.
Cleaning paddlefish while on the water, dumping the carcass overboard, and returning to shore with fillets and/or eggs is illegal. Extracted paddlefish eggs may not be possessed while on waters of the state or adjacent banks and may not be transported. Paddlefish eggs may not be bought, sold, or offered for sale. These regulations are necessary to confirm length-limit requirements and to address the illegal caviar trade.
Snaggers and others are allowed to haul paddlefish carcasses out by boat to deeper water for disposal under the following conditions:
The head, tail, etc. must remain intact so the fish could be measured if contacted by a conservation agent.
Extracted eggs must remain where the fish is cleaned and cannot be transported to deeper water for disposal.
Paddlefish fillets cannot be possessed or transported on the water.
Learn more about paddlefish, snagging regulations, snagging reports, and more at mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species/paddlefish.
MONASP 2024 STATE TOURNAMENT RETURNS MARCH 20 THRU 23 IN BRANSON
The
The MoNASP State Tournament has seen tremendous growth and is the second largest state archery tournament in the nation. More than 4,700 Bullseye and 1,800 3D student archers from more than 200 schools across
Trophies, medals, and scholarships, sponsored by MCHF, will be presented to the top teams and individuals at the state tournament. MCHF is awarding $30,000 in scholarships to the top five male and female archers in both the Bullseye and 3D Tournaments. These scholarships are awarded to students to be used for their education endeavors after high school graduation.
In addition to the traditional individual and team scholarships awarded at the national events, NASP will continue awarding up to 120 additional $500 bullseye scholarships randomly to participants. Upon graduation, archers can apply these funds to any post-secondary educational or training program of their choice. Learn more at nasptournaments.org.
Supporters are invited to attend the state tournament for a fee. In addition to the tournament competition, the event will include a variety of family-friendly activities for attendees such as turkey hunting seminars, Wonders of Wildlife animal encounters, bow case airbrushing, a tradeshow with a variety of vendors, and more. For details on activities, admission fees, hotels, volunteering, and more, visit MCHF online at mochf.org.
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TWO INJURED IN AUDRAIN
Two people from
NIGHTTIME LANE RESTRICTIONS SCHEDULED ON I-70 IN
Weather permitting, as early as March 25, contractor crews with N.B. West Contracting Company will begin asphalt pavement repair work on the eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 70 in Montgomery and Warren counties. Work will occur from the
All work will occur during the nighttime hours of 7pm to 6am. Through late-March, motorists can expect intermittent delays as traffic will be reduced to one lane where work is occurring with a 10-foot width restriction in place where workers are present. All work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
UNILEVER TO EXPAND IN
Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, has announced that it will expand its facility in
As part of this expansion, Unilever will add automated operations to make products for Liquid I.V., a science-backed functional hydration brand that has become the number one powdered hydration brand in
Liquid I.V. was acquired by Unilever in October 2020, joining the fast-growing Health & Wellbeing global business. Liquid I.V. is now four times larger than it was in the period near acquisition and has helped Unilever’s Health & Wellbeing business deliver consistent growth.
The
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MAN KILLED IN
A man was killed in an accident that occurred at 11:40pm Monday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
42 year old Brandon Swisher of
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
Two people were injured, one seriously in a Monday night crash in
Towards the end of January, the Mexico Public Safety Department received a report that Nickolas G Crum, age 18 of
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DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
25 year old William Tihen of
WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A woman was hurt in a Sunday morning incident in
TWO INJURED IN BOONE
Two women were injured in an accident that occurred at around 5:25am Sunday in
JANUARY 2024 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
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DRIVERS INJURED IN AUDRAIN
Two drivers were injured in an accident that occurred at 10:55am Friday in
TWO TEENS HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
Two teens were hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday morning in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A teen was seriously injured in an early Saturday morning crash in
RESURFACING WORK SCHEDULED
Weather permitting, a resurfacing project located on Route A in Montgomery County, from Missouri Route 19 to Missouri Route 161, is expected to begin as early as March 18.
The $4.7M contract, awarded last year to Magruder Paving, LLC of Troy, Missouri, includes several additional resurfacing projects scheduled to be completed by November 1, 2024:
Audrain/Montgomery County, Route AA – From Route BB to
Audrain/Montgomery County, Route BB – From
Traffic will be reduced to one lane with a 9-foot width restriction at the location where crews are actively working. Flaggers and a pilot car will be utilized for traffic control to guide traffic through the work zone. Workers will be present during daylight hours. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
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MODOT HIRING WORKERS AT JOB FAIR IN NEW
The Missouri Department of Transportation Northeast District Office will host a job fair to hire full-time maintenance workers, construction technicians and inspectors, highway designers, signal/lighting electricians, and mechanics/equipment technicians to start as soon as possible. The event will be from 10am – 2pm Saturday, March 9, at the MoDOT New Florence Maintenance Facility,
MoDOT offers full training and benefits including medical insurance, paid annual and sick leave, educational assistance, paid holidays and more. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma/GED and a valid driver's license. Applicants also must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screening, work simulation and physical - comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes for the job fair are encouraged.
All MoDOT career opportunity job postings can be found online at modot.org/careers.
COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST DISTRICT
During its regular meeting on Wednesday, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the following contracts for two bridge replacement projects in the Northeast District.
Additional information, regarding timelines and impacts to traffic, will be released prior to the start of construction.
MACON
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control has announced the arrest of 34 year old Johnathon S. Taylor of
In February of 2021 and July of 2022, the La Plata Police Department requested the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control investigate two separate allegations involving the sexual assault of minor females, reported to have been committed by
THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
Three people were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at around 7:45pm Wednesday in
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A teen was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 8:05pm Tuesday in
WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
59 year old Lenda Wachter of
MDC WARNS NOT TO BURN OUTDOOR DEBRIS THAT COULD CAUSE A WILDFIRE
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds people that strong winds, low humidity, and dry conditions this time of year means extra caution is needed to avoid unexpected wildfires. According to MDC, a main cause of wildfires is improper burning of debris such as leaves or brush piles.
“It’s been drier and warmer than usual, which means fires could get out of control very quickly,” said MDC Fire Program Supervisor Ben Webster. “We want everyone to check weather conditions and be extremely careful when burning leaves or debris. Check with your local fire department regarding burn bans or Red Flag Warnings that may be in place because critical fire weather conditions are either occurring or will shortly.”
Areas of
Help Prevent Wildfires
A person who starts a fire for any reason is responsible for any damage it may cause. MDC urges landowners, hunters, campers, and others in the outdoors to help prevent wildfires and offers the following tips.
OUTDOOR BURNING: Don’t burn during wrong conditions. Dry grass, high temperatures, low humidity, and wind make fire nearly impossible to control. Check with local fire departments regarding burn bans or Red Flag Warnings that may be in place because critical fire weather conditions are either occurring or will shortly.
DRIVING OFF ROAD: Wildfires can start when dry fuel, such as grass, comes in contact with catalytic converters. Think twice before driving into and across a grassy field. Never park over tall, dry grass or piles of leaves that can touch the underside of a vehicle. When driving vehicles off road, regularly inspect the undercarriage to ensure that fuel and brake lines are intact, and no oil leaks are apparent. Always carry an approved fire extinguisher on vehicles that are used off road. Check for the presence of spark arresters on ATV exhausts.
MAKING A CAMPFIRE: Clear a generous zone around fire rings. Store unused firewood a good distance from a campfire. Never use gasoline, kerosene, or other flammable liquid to start a fire. Keep campfires small and controllable. Keep fire-extinguishing materials, such as a rake, shovel, and bucket of water, close. Extinguish campfires each night and before leaving camp, even if it’s just for a few moments.
CALL FOR HELP: Call 911 at the first sign of a fire getting out of control.
REPORT
For more information on preventing wildfires, go online to mdc.mo.gov/your-property/fire-management/wildfire-prevention.
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Weather permitting, this week, contractor crews will resume work on the sidewalk improvement project on Missouri Route 47 in Warrenton from
Motorists can expect 24-hour minor traffic impacts including a lane closure for one night only during the final stages of the project including signal work, clean-up and seeding. Flaggers will be utilized to direct motorists through the work zone. All work is expected to be completed by late March.
This work is being completed as part of MoDOT’s initiative for compliance with the current standards of the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA).
This contract also includes sidewalk improvement projects in
BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN
A bridge replacement project in
On Saturday, March 2 at approximately 2:24pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1300 block of
Residents are reminded that in
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MAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
36 year old Ronald Markiewicz of O’Fallon was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
WOMAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
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SEVERE WEATHER PREPAREDNESS WEEK IS THIS WEEK
In April 2023, an EF-2 tornado swept through
These tragedies all serve as reminders of the importance of being prepared for severe weather anytime, anywhere, and that it’s not just tornadoes that can prove deadly.
To encourage Missourians to prepare for severe weather and learn how to protect themselves, the National Weather Service, SEMA and local emergency managers will observe Severe Weather Preparedness Week March 4 – 8, 2024.
At 11am on the day of the tornado drill, NOAA Weather Radios set to receive the Routine Weekly Tests (RWTs) will alert listeners that the tornado drill has begun. Outdoor warning sirens will also sound across participating
Schools, businesses and families are all encouraged to participate in the drill. Educators are also encouraged to use the tornado drill as an opportunity to incorporate tornado facts, meteorological information and safety tips into their lesson plans.
NWS provides several safety tips and educational information about tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, lightning and the importance of NOAA Weather Radios on its Severe Weather Awareness Week page. Each day during the week will focus on a different safety message:
Monday, March 4 – Receiving Weather Information
Tuesday, March 5 – Lightning Safety
Wednesday, March 6 – Tornado Safety
Thursday, March 7 – Hail/Wind Safety
Friday, March 8 – Flood Safety
Remember these additional tips to stay safe during severe weather:
Follow local forecasts any time severe weather is anticipated. Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts in case one fails or if severe weather strikes overnight.
Create a family emergency plan to stay safe, and remember to include all pets when building an emergency kit and stocking up on supplies. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is also important to know how to contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find.
Missourians are also encouraged to utilize
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MAN SHOT AND KILLED IN CALLAWAY
A man was shot and killed in an early Saturday morning incident in
TEEN IN CUSTODY FOR MURDER OF
A teen is in custody for the murder of a
MEXICO
On Thursday, February 29 at approximately 2pm, Mexico Public Safety officers began looking for the source of heavy smoke in the 1700 block of
About 10pm, it was determined the fire was shifting out of the burned area to the southeast, and personnel returned to stop the spread. The fire was contained and is being allowed to burn out.
The fire apparently spread from some land clearing that was occurring nearby. No structures were damaged and there were no injuries.
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MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in an accident that occurred at 5:45pm Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
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DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
20 year old Jacob Weinmann of
MAN HURT IN
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WOMAN HURT IN
A woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 7:05pm Tuesday in
DUMP TRUCK DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A dump truck driver was seriously injured in a wreck Tuesday afternoon in
TEEN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
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MAN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE INCIDENT
57 year old Gail Riley of
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MAN INJURED IN
A Wellsville man was injured in an accident that occurred at around 5:25pm Monday in
TEEN HURT IN MOTORCYCLE MISHAP
19 year old Titus James of
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
Two people from
NCMC STARTS WORK ON THE NEW
Construction of the new North Central Missouri College Dr. Neil and
Beginning Wednesday, February 21, the gravel parking lot south of Geyer Hall closed. Starting Monday a fence was erected around the
Construction of the new
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TWO INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
Two people from
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES TWO JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS
Governor Mike Parson has announced judicial appointments to the 11th and 12th Judicial Circuits.
Lawrence J. Chrum, of
Mr. Chrum is currently an assistant prosecuting attorney in
Melissa Buckman Young, of
Ms. Young is currently owner of Melissa Buckman Young, Attorney at Law, LLC. She holds a Bachelor of Science in agricultural education and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Columbia. Ms. Young will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Linda R. Hamlett.
OFFICE OF BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT LAUNCHES INTERACTIVE MAP TO HELP INVEST $1.7 BILLION IN BEAD FUNDING
The Department of Economic Development’s (DED) Office of Broadband Development (OBD) has announced that it has launched the first version of the new Missouri Public Broadband Availability Interactive Map. The map, which uses the Sanborn Map Company’s Broadband Navigator technology, will assist in the investment of $1.7 billion in funding provided by the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.
The interactive map will assist Missourians during the BEAD challenge process, which will allow for the reporting of locations that lack service and should be eligible for funding. The challenge process is scheduled to open on March 18 and close on April 19. To be notified when the challenge process begins, subscribe for email updates from OBD.
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THREE INJURED IN
Three people were injured in an accident that occurred at 1:50pm Friday in
TWO HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
Two Moberly residents were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Saturday night in
TEEN HURT IN SATURDAY EVENING CRASH
A Waverly teen was hurt in a Saturday evening crash in
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TWO MEN INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two men were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 3:45pm Wednesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was injured in an early Thursday morning crash in
TEEN HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
18 year old Cordell Vaughn of Arbela was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
TEEN GIRL HURT IN
A teenage girl from
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WOMAN INJURED IN HOWARD
A New Franklin woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 11:05pm Tuesday in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
39 year old Danielle Barnett of
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES DEPLOYMENT OF 200 NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS, 22 HIGHWAY PATROL TROOPERS TO
On Tuesday, during a press conference at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson announced that the State of
"About two weeks ago, I visited the Southern Border, and let me not mince words when I say it is a crisis," Governor Parson said. "The crisis at the Southern Border is fueling the fentanyl crisis here in our state. Missourians are dying; families are being ripped apart; communities are being destroyed, and
Governor Parson has issued Executive Order 24-03 to activate the MONG and the Governor's Office's discretionary emergency response fund. Governor Parson's plan to support border security along the Texas-Mexico border includes the following:
The deployment of up to 200 MONG members
Guard members will be deployed on a rotating basis of approximately 30 days.
The deployment of up to 22 MSHP troopers
Standard law enforcement equipment will accompany the troopers.
All MSHP troopers being deployed to the Southern Border have volunteered for the mission.
A $2.3 million supplemental budget request to the Missouri General Assembly to support border security efforts and backfill the Governor's Office's emergency response fund
MSHP troopers will begin active support by March 1, and MONG personnel will begin their mission on March 10. Advance and logistical planning for both deployments is currently underway in coordination with the State of
MONG and MSHP personnel will be working to help secure the border, prevent illegal immigration, and stop illicit drug and human trafficking.
MONG members will mainly assist in the construction of physical barriers and with security patrols as needed. MSHP troopers will work to support traffic enforcement, crime prevention, criminal interdiction, and other law enforcement agencies as needed.
Statistics Related to
Nearly 10 million individuals have entered the
That's larger than the population of 40 U.S. States, including
Operation Lone Star alone has seized over 460 million lethal doses of fentanyl at the Southern Border.
That's enough fentanyl to kill every American citizen with more than 100 million doses left over.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol seized nearly 12,500 grams of fentanyl in 2023 alone.
That's enough to kill
Since 2017, fentanyl overdoses have increased in
At the last statewide report in 2022, 43
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MODOT SELECTS TWO CONSULTANTS TO LEAD I-44 CORRIDOR STUDY
The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced the selection of two consultants to lead an environmental study of the more than 250 miles of Interstate 44 from the
The selected consultants, Hg Consult, Inc. and Garver, will each study a stretch of the corridor, which has been divided into two sections for the purpose of the study: Hg Consult will study the stretch from the Oklahoma state line to the Route 17 interchange near St. Robert, and Garver will study from St. Robert to the Route 100 East interchange at Gray Summit.
The goal of the study is to update and validate the outcomes of the 2008 Purpose and Need Study and provide the opportunity for public input from stakeholders along the I-44 corridor. The study will also divide the more than 250 miles of the I-44 corridor into logical segments for further study and prioritize those segments for more detailed design and ultimately for construction when funds are available.
For more information on the I-44 Corridor Study, visit modot.org/forward44.
MDC INVITES THE PUBLIC TO AN EVENING WITH WILDLIFE FRIDAY IN
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to an Evening with Wildlife at
This free event will feature several conservation-related exhibits including exhibits by the Missouri Beekeeping Association, the Missouri Trapping Association, and MDC fisheries, forestry, and protection exhibits. Staff will also be present to score deer antlers with official Boone and Crockett measurements. Guest speakers will be presenting on mountain lions in
All ages are invited, and questions about this event should be sent to Conservation Agent Kevin Powell at kevin.powell@mdc.mo.gov.
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WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
A woman was hurt in a three-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
20 year old Robert Ponce of
THREE INJURED, TWO SERIOUSLY IN SUNDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Three people were injured, two seriously in an accident that occurred at around 8:30am Sunday in
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
Route AA – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route AA – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route D – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route A to CR 657 between 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Route D – February 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 657 to CR 360 between 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Route D – February 22 - 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 657 to CR 360 between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A teen was seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 9am Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY EVENING WRECK
19 year old Chase Oberndorfer of Villa Ridge was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday evening in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Wyaconda man was seriously injured in a Saturday night crash in
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CONTRACTOR SELECTED FOR THE FIRST IMPROVE I-70 PROJECT
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) has selected Millstone Weber as the apparent best-value proposer and Design-Build contractor of the first project in MoDOT’s Improve I-70 Program. Negotiations to finalize the contract are currently in progress. Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City will build a third lane in each direction and improve the 20-mile stretch of Interstate 70 between U.S. 63 in
Missouri’s FY2024 budget from the General Assembly signed into law by Governor Parson provides $2.8 billion in General Revenue for the costs to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from
The selected team, including contractor Millstone Weber and designer Jacobs, competed against one other design-build team. The winning proposal showed not only an understanding of the engineering and design endeavors set out before the teams, but it also highlighted an understanding of the local, statewide, and national importance of an improved I-70. The winning proposal includes new concrete pavement on all three lanes of I-70 in each direction for the 20-mile section between
The U.S. 63 and I-70 interchange proposal includes:
Two new direct connection ramps (northbound U.S. 63 to westbound I-70 and eastbound I-70 to southbound U.S. 63)
Four new roundabouts
The U.S. 54 and I-70 interchange proposal includes two new bridges and a new and improved interchange.
For more information on the Improve I-70 Program, visit www.modot.org/improvei70.
17TH ANNUAL
The 17th Annual Chillicothe Polar Plunge on Feb. 10 at
Online fundraising is still ongoing. Organizers of the Plunge still hope to raise an additional $2,300 to reach the goal of 10,000. Donations can be made on their online fundraising page.
Top individual fundraisers:
Top team fundraisers:
Top Fundraising Team –
Top Law Enforcement Team –
Competition for the Golden Plunger was steep this year. Participants were encouraged to come in costume and compete for the chance to take home the “Golden Plunger.”
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SOMO was lucky to have Charlie Phillips as a Plunge Ambassador for this event. He is a SOMO athlete, and he worked for months to help spread awareness of the Plunge!
This year’s event was held in conjunction with
For more information about the Polar Plunge, visit www.somo.org/plunge.
MSHP: DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR UPCOMING
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date:
Monday, February 19 in observance of Washington’s Birthday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 20.
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MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 5pm Tuesday in
MAN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
71 year old James Iden of Catawissa was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in
TEEN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING FIERY CRASH
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MDC AND PARTNERS HOST WARM-SEASON GRASS ESTABLISHMENT WORKSHOPS IN
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and partners invite the public to a series of warm-season grass establishment workshops around northeastern
These workshops will discuss the benefits and economics of establishing warm-season grasses, establishment techniques, how to manage these grasses, and programs available for adding warm-season grasses to your property. Each workshop is free to the public, and lunch will be provided. For all workshops, the doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and the event will run from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
Feb. 21 in Shelbina at the
Feb. 22 in Elsberry at the Plant Materials Center (2803 MO Hwy 79)
Feb. 27 in
Feb. 28 in
Questions about these workshops can be directed to Lucas Brass at lucas.brass@usda.gov.
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TWO DRIVERS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN PIKE
Two drivers were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 5:45am Monday in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday afternoon in
Here’s an update regarding the construction of transportation improvements around the planned Roy Blunt Reservoir in
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RAPE SUSPECT NOW CHARGED IN SECOND RAPE CASE
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According to court documents, the two alleged crimes happened in Clarence on December 16, 2022.
The report stated that he physically held his female accuser down on a bed and forced himself on her while she was telling him to stop and trying to escape.
Court documents also stated that Shehorn also allowed the underage female to drink alcohol and smoke marijuana while at his home.
Shehorn is being held on $100,000 cash-only bond in the
He was already in jail following his arrest in mid-January 2024 on charges of first-degree rape and first-degree sodomy.
Those alleged crimes happened in Shelbina back in June 2022.
CAPTAIN DUSTY L. HOFFMAN NAMED DIVISION DIRECTOR, PUBLIC INFORMATION AND EDUCATION DIVISION,
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the following transfer:
Captain Dusty L. Hoffman, director of Governor’s Security Division, General Headquarters,
Hoffman was appointed to the Patrol on August 1, 1993, as a member of the 66th Recruit Class. After graduating from the Academy, he was assigned to Troop F, Zone 6, Moniteau and Morgan counties. He transferred to the Governor’s Security Division, General Headquarters,
Hoffman was born in
According to preliminary data, 989 fatalities occurred on
While overall roadway fatalities were down, motorcyclist fatalities have never been higher. Preliminary numbers indicate that 175 motorcyclists were killed on
Other prevalent characteristics observed in roadway fatalities include lack of seat belt use, distracted driving, speed and impairment. These behaviors continue to plague
DEPARTMENT AWARDS MORE THAN $9 MILLION TO NONPROFITS THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that it will award more than $9 million in tax credits through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to 46 organizations for community development projects statewide.
A total of up to $16 million is awarded through NAP annually, with projects limited to $250,000 in 50% tax credits and $350,000 in 70% tax credits. Credits for this fiscal year were awarded in two rounds, with this being the second round that opened in August 2023. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and businesses that meet program requirements. During the Fiscal Year 2024 cycle, tax credits were reserved for organizations providing critical services, with priority given to projects located in previously underserved areas of the state. A total of more than $15.3 million in tax credits was awarded among both rounds of the cycle.
The full list of 2024 Round 2 NAP recipients and projects is available here.
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
Missouri Route 6 – February 12-16, LANE RESTRICTION for brush cutting from U.S. Route 63 to Route V between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route AA – February 13 - 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route AA – February 15 - 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route AA – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route AA – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route J – February 13, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1103 to just west of Route OO between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route H – February 13 - 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route HH to
Route D – February 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route A to CR 657 between 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Route D – February 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 657 to CR 360 between 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Route D – February 22 - 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 657 to CR 360 between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
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TWO INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Two people were injured in a two-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
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The report also stated that it appears he was murdered.
The Boone County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded and were directed to a wooded area near the roadway at this location, where they discovered the body of Malik Jones.
The investigation into the disappearance and death of Jones is active, and no other information will be released by the Boone County Sheriff’s Office at this time; however, further information may be released at a later date.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Boone County Sheriff’s Office through Boone County Joint Communications by calling 1-573-442-6131.
Persons wishing to remain anonymous may provide information to CrimeStoppers by calling 1- 573-875-TIPS.
THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Three people were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 6:55pm Wednesday in
On Saturday, February 3 at approximately 5:36pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 400 block of
Investigation led to a case being submitted to the Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for Arson 1st degree, and an arrest warrant was issued for James H Schade, age 42. Schade was a resident of one of the apartments but has been staying in
On Thursday February 1, U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk sentenced a man who hid a video camera in a bathroom to capture images of a young girl to 25 years in prison.
35 year old Stephen A. Marquez of
The investigation began in August of 2022, when the victim reported to law enforcement that Marquez had been sexually abusing her since she was 9 or 10 and had used his cell phone to record her in the shower. The victim said she told Marquez to stop many times but was scared to tell someone about the sexual abuse. She also said she was scared Marquez would hurt her while he was sexually abusing her.
The Hannibal Police Department, the FBI and the St. Charles County Cyber Crime Task Force investigated the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jillian Anderson prosecuted the case.
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TEENS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two teens were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 5:15pm Tuesday in
MAN HURT IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A man was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
NORTH STAR FEEDS TO EXPAND IN
North Star Feeds, a leader in the development and manufacturing of feed fat blends, has announced that it will expand in
North Star Feeds’
North Star Feeds’ expansion, expected to be complete in about two years, includes the addition of a new warehouse, maintenance shop, and boiler room. The company will also install new rail track, equipment, and product lines, while disposing of outdated materials.
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TWO MEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
Two men were seriously injured in an accident that occurred just before 2am Tuesday in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
54 year old Tina Fidler of
ATTORNEY GENERAL BAILEY WARNS MISSOURIANS OF TICKET SCAMS AHEAD OF SUPER BOWL
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey warned
Attorney General Bailey provides the following tips to be vigilant when buying tickets to football games:
KNOW YOUR VENDOR – Make sure you are buying your tickets from a trustworthy website, especially before you provide any personal financial information.
DO YOUR RESEARCH – If you are unfamiliar with a particular ticket seller, research the seller on the Attorney General’s or Better Business Bureau’s website for any complaints.
USE A CREDIT CARD – If you purchase tickets online, especially through an online auction site, it is recommended that you complete your transaction with a credit card. Purchasing tickets with a credit card often provides you with protections that you would not otherwise have if you purchase the tickets using cash, check, debit card, or apps like Cash App or Venmo.
INSPECT YOUR TICKETS – Physically inspect your tickets to reduce your risk of being turned away at the venue. Check the date, time and location listed on the tickets to ensure that this information matches the accurate event details. Also review the listed seating assignments.
REMEMBER – If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Attorney General Bailey encourages Missourians with complaints regarding a potential ticket scam to contact the Missouri Attorney General’s Consumer Complaint Hotline at 800-392-8222 or ago.mo.gov
Corn farmers, industry representatives, and guests from across the state gathered in
The morning kicked off at the Capitol Plaza Hotel with MCGA’s annual meeting, where Gov. Mike Parson provided the keynote address. Members also reviewed financials, heard from industry leaders, and elected five board members: Dylan Rosier of Mound City in District 1 representing northwest Missouri; Adam Casner of Carrollton to represent north-central Missouri growers in District 2; Brian Willott of Mexico to represent District 3 in northeast Missouri; Greg Bertz of Mayview, representing west central growers in District 4; and Danny Kuenzel of Washington to represent District 6 in the east-central region.
Following the annual meeting and luncheon, growers visited the State Capitol to discuss the importance of
Members also took the opportunity to honor industry supporters for their contributions to the corn and ethanol industries. Award recipients included:
Friend of Corn Growers Award
Congressman Mark Alford
Congressman Sam Graves
Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer
Public Servant Award
Outstanding Partner
‘Farmer’ Dave Schumacher, KTRS
Outstanding Advocate
Don
President’s Award
Honorary Lifetime Award
Clint Stephens, Advance
Years of Service
Jay Schutte
The Missouri Corn Growers Association is a membership organization of farmers dedicated to growing and defending the corn industry. MCGA works in the best interest of farmers on key agricultural issues and fights for pro-agriculture, pro-corn legislation.
To learn more about Missouri Corn, or become a member, visit www.mocorn.org or call (800) 827-4181.
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TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A man and a woman were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 9:40pm Saturday in
THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Three people were injured, one seriously in a two-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
WOMAN INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A woman was injured in a Saturday afternoon crash in
Around 6am on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, the Mexico Public Safety Department learned that several vehicles had been gone through in the east part of town during the overnight hours. Additionally, one vehicle was stolen. Later that morning, the Columbia Police Department located the stolen vehicle with two juveniles inside. After a pursuit, the juveniles were taken into custody. MPSD is continuing to work with CPD on appropriate charges in both jurisdictions.
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Jerry Joseph Bruggeman, M.D., 52, was charged in a 13-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury in
The federal indictment alleges that Bruggeman, a licensed physician, provided false statements regarding Medicare beneficiaries who received medical devices (such as braces) or genetic testing. The federal indictment charges Bruggeman with 13 counts of making false statements relating to health care matters. The indictment also contains a forfeiture allegation, which would require Bruggeman to forfeit to the government $29,440, which represents his proceeds from the alleged offenses.
According to the indictment, Bruggeman contracted with a telemedicine company in
The federal indictment alleges that Bruggeman approved orders for medical devices for eight Medicare beneficiaries in March and April 2019. Bruggeman stated that he ordered the devices in each case based on his evaluation of the patient’s condition and determined that the device was “medically necessary and appropriate.” Bruggeman electronically signed a physician verification for each of the devices, indicating “by my signature, I am prescribing the items listed above and certify that the above-prescribed item(s) is medically indicated and necessary and consistent with current accepted standards of medical practice and treatment of this patient’s physical condition.”
In fact, the indictment says, Bruggeman never evaluated or assessed the patient’s condition, never determined whether the device was medically necessary and appropriate for the patient, and never determined whether the listed device was consistent with current accepted standards of medical practice and treatment of the patient’s physical condition.
The federal indictment also alleges that Bruggeman approved orders for genetic testing for five Medicare beneficiaries between January and March 2019. Bruggeman asserted in each case that the test results were necessary to the patient’s medical management. He electronically signed an accompanying letter of medical necessity that stated he would “receive the test results in order to pursue care for the patient.” In fact, the indictment says, Bruggeman never treated the patients.
This case is being prosecuted by Supervisory Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren E. Kummerer. It was investigated by Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General.
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GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR PROJECT PROM, GRADUATION LOCK-IN EVENTS
The Northeast Coalition for Roadway Safety is offering grant funding to local schools that hold student lock-in events for Project Prom or High School graduation. Eligibility requirements include a presentation or activity educating students on highway safety issues. Qualifying schools will receive $200 each to assist with event expenses such as location rental, food or entertainment.
The Northeast Coalition will be accepting grant applications now through Feb. 15, 2024. Interested schools and/or their sponsors can submit the online grant application by visiting Project Prom-Graduation Grant | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org). Funding is available for up to 20 local schools.
For additional information, contact Northeast Coalition Facilitator Gerri Jeffries at (573) 248-2502 or Northeast Coalition Representative Tina Lee at (573) 248-2517, or visit the Northeast Coalition’s website at: www.savemolives.com/mcrs/Northeast-Region.
DISCOVER NATURE IN WINTER WITH MDC AND AGENTS OF DISCOVERY
Don’t let winter temperatures keep you inside – there’s still much to explore in this season! To help kids and adults discover nature, the
Agents of Discovery is an educational gaming app that allows users to engage with nature while completing “Missions”, or games – proving that screen time can be green time.
Winter Edition Missions will run through March 1. Anyone can join by downloading the free app and completing the Missions at participating locations. Each
Missions include prizes to reward “Agents”, or players who participate. Once an Agent completes a
The following MDC locations have new Winter Edition Missions:
“How Do Animals Handle the Winter?” at
“Operation Backyard Bird” at
“Winter Mission” at
“Winter Walk” at
Download the free app and create an Agent profile. Then pick a
Agents of Discovery is available for download through the App Store for Apple products or Google Play for Android devices. For more information on Agents of Discovery, visit https://discovertheforest.org/activities/agents-of-discovery.
CONSIDER A PROFESSION IN INSURANCE DURING INSURANCE CAREERS MONTH
February is Insurance Careers Month and the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) encourages Missourians to consider a career in insurance.
DCI has career opportunities to protect consumers and ensure a competitive insurance industry in
Job seekers are encouraged to visit the MoCareers website to learn more about current open positions within the department.
DCI is charged with protecting
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PAVEMENT REPAIRS BEGIN ON I-70 IN
Weather permitting, February 5, emergency asphalt pavement repairs will begin on the westbound lanes of Interstate 70 from
Crews will be working during daytime hours between 5:30am – 5:30pm. Motorists can expect delays as traffic will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction in place where workers are present.
All work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
ASHCROFT AWARDS 49 SUMMER LIBRARY GRANTS TO
On Tuesday Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced that his office has awarded over $390,000 in additional funding for 49 summer library program grants distributed to several
These grants provide funding to public libraries for educational presentations, library materials and program supplies. The grant period begins February 1 and runs until August 15 of this year.
A full list of summer library grant recipients for 2024 can be seen here.
MOBERLY LICENSE OFFICE TRANSITIONING TO A NEW CONTRACTOR
The Missouri Department of Revenue is announcing the new management contract for the Moberly License Office has been awarded to Marlo Group LLC. All license office contracts in
Please note the current location (
While the office is closed to transition to the new contractor, the Department encourages customers to visit one of the following nearby locations to receive assistance with their motor vehicle and driver licensing needs:
Fayette License Office – 106 East Davis,
Keytesville License Office – 306 South Cherry,
A full list of license office locations and hours of operation can be found at
dor.mo.gov/license-office-locator/.
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TWO MEN KILLED IN
Two men were killed in an accident that occurred at around 11:55pm Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
38 year old Adam McCree of Unionville was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in
SHOTS FIRED INCIDENT IN
On Sunday January 28, Moberly Officers responded to the area of W. Rollins and
The officers learned the subjects involved had fled the scene. While searching the area, officers located evidence of a physical altercation and a shell casing.
The officers identified the victim and learned he sustained minor injuries. During the alleged altercation, a firearm was discharged with no one being shot. The suspect is at large. The incident is currently being investigated by the Moberly Police Department.
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 1/26/2024 and 7am 1/29/2024.
On January 26, 2024, a Moberly Officer contacted 33-year-old Miranda Reffett while conducting a traffic stop. Reffett was placed under arrest for an active
On January 26, 2024, a Moberly Officer contacted 62-year-old Christian Lierly near the Library in Moberly. Lierly who is a registered sex offender was found to be homeless and had not registered correctly with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office. Lierly was placed under arrest for failure to register as a sex offender 3rd offense. While searching Lierly’s person, the Officer located suspected methamphetamine. Lierly was transported to the Randolph County Jail.
On January 26, 2024, a Moberly Officer contacted a juvenile at the Moberly Police Department. The juvenile alleged her mother, identified as 47-year-old Nola Midgyett had struck her multiple times with a metal baseball bat. The officer observed injuries to the juvenile and later placed Midgyett under arrest for child abuse. Midgyett was transported to the Randolph County Jail.
On January 27, 2024, a local business reported an electric shopping cart stolen. On January 28th, a Moberly Officer observed 32-year-old Gregory Tolson riding the cart in the downtown area. Tolson was placed under arrest for stealing and transported to the Randolph County Jail.
On January 27, 2024, a Moberly Officer contacted a 60-year-old male while on a traffic stop. The male was found to be in possession of suspected methamphetamine and was placed under arrest then transported to the Randolph County Jail.
On January 28, 2024, Moberly Officers responded to the 400 block of
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WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
45 year old Kimberly Walker of Bevier was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
DRIVER INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
67 year old Tommy Mapes of Sweet Springs was injured in a Monday morning crash in
PATROL ADDS JULY 2024 ACCELERATED ACADEMY WITH NO RESIDENCY RELOCATION
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is adding an additional
All candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Patrol’s
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· Out of State and Military Applicants: Basic training and experience must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain a Missouri Class A License through the Veteran Peace Officers application process as determined by POST (Must obtain a Missouri Class A license prior to the conditional offer phase).
· Must have served a minimum of three consecutive years as a full-time
**Successful in-state
Upon graduating from the Patrol’s Academy, troopers are eligible to earn 46 credit hours through
The Missouri State Highway Patrol's uniform guidelines allow troopers to have tattoos or brands as long as they meet two requirements: 1) The tattoos or brands cannot depict or support criminal behavior, drug usage, nudity, profanity, promiscuity, subversive groups, bigotry, etc. 2) Tattoos/brands cannot be located on the head, neck, hands, wrists, or any part of the body which would be visible during movements in the performance of their duties while wearing an official uniform or civilian attire. Troopers with tattoos on the arms that would be visible in the class B uniform (short sleeves) will wear the class A uniform (long sleeves).
The starting annual salary for the
The selection process is a multi-phase testing procedure including a written examination, a physical fitness for duty assessment, polygraph examination, background investigation, and oral interview board. Written and physical examinations take place in each troop area across the state. After a conditional offer of employment, the applicant must successfully complete a medical examination (to include vision and hearing), psychological examination, a psychological interview, drug screening, and final applicant review.
Interested persons can find out more about the qualifications by contacting a Patrol recruiter at telephone number 1-800-796-7000, or may apply online at www.motrooper.com.
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On Tuesday, January 23 at approximately 2:39pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 100 block of
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE TO BEGIN ACCEPTING
File electronically and use direct deposit. Electronic filing is a fast, accurate, and secure way to file your return. Individuals who e-file can have their refund deposited directly into their bank account and generally receive their refund faster than those who file using a paper return.
Many Missourians may also qualify for free e-filing services through the Free File Alliance, which allows eligible taxpayers to file their federal and state income tax returns using approved software. For more information, visit the IRS Free File website or the DOR’s Online Filing resource page.
Double-check your paper return. Before submitting a paper return to the DOR, make sure it is signed, all math computations are correct, and all necessary documentation is included. Also, use the correct P.O. Box when mailing your return. For individuals with a balance due, send the return and check to: Missouri Department of Revenue,
Missouri tax forms for the 2023 tax year and prior years are available on the DOR’s website. All forms and corresponding instructions can be printed directly from the website. Electronic forms that print with a 2-D barcode help speed up processing.
AREA RESIDENT SELECTED FOR ALL-EXPENSE PAID TRIP TO
Chariton Valley Telephone Cooperative announced last Friday (1/26/24) Owen Wyatt, son of Don and Meagan Wyatt of
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TWO WOMEN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
Two women were injured in a Wednesday night incident in
GOV. PARSON’S IMPROVE I-70 PLAN RECEIVES FEDERAL FUNDING
On Wednesday during his final State of the State Address, Governor Mike Parson, alongside Congressman Sam Graves, announced that
Missouri will use the INFRA grant for specific Improve I-70 projects, including truck parking, Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), work zone safety technology, and workforce development, all to enhance the efforts of adding an additional lane to I-70.
"For decades the expansion of I-70 was talked about in the State Capitol. After decades of inaction, our administration, with the help of the General Assembly, secured a historic investment of $2.8 billion last year to add a third lane across our state," said Governor Parson. "This additional grant money will help us build upon our historic investment and continue our administration's commitment to improving our state's infrastructure. We thank Congressman Graves for his leadership in securing this grant, the largest transportation grant
The overall goal of the Improve I-70 project across
The first Improve I-70 project's contract is scheduled to be presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for approval at its February 14, 2024 meeting. The first phase of the project includes the segment of interstate from Route 63 in
For more information about the Improve I-70 projects and to sign up for project email updates, go to www.modot.org/improvei70.
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MAN KILLED, WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A man was killed and a woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 2pm Tuesday in
DRIVER HURT IN CALLAWAY
68 year old Charles Ducharme of
SHELBINA LICENSE OFFICE CONTRACT UP FOR BID
The Missouri Department of Revenue is announcing the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) of the license office in
For a list of bid opportunities and bid response instructions, please visit
Proposals will be evaluated on items as outlined in the RFP. All of the proposals will be evaluated by a review team at the Department of Revenue, and the proposal that scores best in the areas outlined in the RFP will be selected to operate the office.
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TEEN HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Gerald teen was hurt in a Monday night crash in
MAN STRUCK AND KILLED IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A man was struck and killed in an early Monday morning incident in
MAN STRUCK AND KILLED IN LINN
A man was struck and killed by a MoDOT truck in an accident that occurred at around 3:20am Monday in
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THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Three people were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at around 1:10pm Sunday in
The Missouri Veterans Commission (MVC) has been awarded a federal grant to help bolster employment at the state’s seven Veterans Homes. For the second year in a row, MVC has been awarded the Assistance for Hiring and Retaining Nurses at State Homes grant through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The grant allows for a one-time differential of $780 to be paid to full-time registered nurses (RN), senior licensed practical nurses (Senior LPN), licensed practical nurses (LPN), senior support care assistants and support care assistants currently employed at Veterans Homes. The grant also allows the $780 differential to be paid to candidates hired into full-time RN, senior LPN, LPN, senior support care assistant, and support care assistant classifications between December 16, 2023, and July 1, 2024.
The Missouri Veterans Commission worked closely with the Missouri Office of Administration to seek approval for the differential and applied for the grant in September 2023. When MVC was awarded the grant in 2023) only senior support care assistants and support care assistants were eligible for the payment.
During fiscal year 2023, MVC had a 53% vacancy rate for support care assistants, 18% for senior support care assistants, 13% for LPNs, and 24% for RNs. MVC is hopeful the one-time differential provided by the federal grant will help continue to retain existing staff and help recruit new nursing staff to reduce shortages. In addition to the one-time differential, MVC offers a paid certified nursing assistant (CNA) training course. The training allows individuals interested in a healthcare career the opportunity to earn a paycheck while attaining their CNA certification at no cost. Individuals interested in employment with MVC can find opportunities at mocareers.mo.gov/dps/mvc/apply.
The Missouri Veterans Commission operates seven state Veterans Homes, five
MDC INVITES TEACHERS AND COACHES TO BECOME CERTIFIED AS A BASIC ARCHERY INSTRUCTOR
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering a certification course for teachers and coaches to become certified as a Basic Archery Instructor. This certification is necessary to use the Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program (MoNASP) in their curriculum or to assist an afterschool team.
MoNASP is modeled on the National Archery in the Schools Program which began with a simple idea of teaching kids the basics of archery as part of school curriculum. This is a hybrid course, which requires online work ahead of the training. The in-person portion of this training will be held at the following locations, and interested persons are only required to attend one of the two in-person trainings offered:
MoNASP aims to include children of nearly every background. Nearly everyone—regardless of age, size, or physical ability—can succeed at archery. Kids love archery, and archery helps kids excel. Statistics show that school archery programs:
Educators who are interested in MoNASP can also work to qualify for rebates to repay the cost of purchasing equipment. For more information about MoNASP, go to http://short.mdc.mo.gov/4nR. For any questions about these trainings, please contact Kathi Moore at kathi.moore@mdc.mo.gov.
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MAN HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
39 year old Michael Abbott of
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
U.S. Route 24 – January 29 – February 7, LANE RESTRICTION for fiber optic repairs at the Mississippi River bridge from 1,200 feet east of CR 357 extending east 4,400 feet between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.
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MDC REPORTS FINAL DEER HARVEST AT RECORD LEVEL
Of the deer harvested, 147,705 were antlered bucks, 29,060 were button bucks, and 149,261 were does. Top harvest counties for the overall deer season were Franklin with 7,395, Howell with 6,346 and
Hunters harvested 299,719 deer during the 2022-2023 deer hunting season with 140,735 being antlered bucks, 27,028 being button bucks, and 131,956 being does.
Deer hunting ended with the close of the archery season. Preliminary data from MDC showed that hunters checked 55,396 deer during the 2023-2024 archery deer season. Top counties for the archery deer season were Jefferson with 1,440, Franklin with 1,194 and
According to MDC, increasing deer numbers and regulation changes that added a new early antlerless firearms portion, a new chronic wasting disease (CWD) firearms portion, and an increase in the number of firearms antlerless deer hunting permits in most counties led to additional hunting opportunities and contributed to a record harvest.
According to MDC, this year was the first since 2013 that more does were harvested than antlered bucks.
According to MDC, this year’s antlered buck harvest is also the highest on record.
For deer harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
For deer harvest summaries from past years, visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries.
MDC reported one non-fatal, archery-related deer hunting incident and no firearms-related hunting incidents during the deer season.
DECEMBER 2023 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
TAB TO ESTABLISH FIRST
TAB, an international manufacturer of industrial batteries, has announced that it will establish a 66,700-square-foot headquarters and assembly facility in
“The selection of
TAB
As a leading North American industrial hub, the
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TWO MEN INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN PIKE
Two men were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 5:20am Wednesday in
TEEN INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
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WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
A Union woman was hurt in a Tuesday morning crash in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING MISHAP
83 year old John Willers of Boonville was hurt in a Tuesday morning mishap in
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ANNUAL
The American Red Cross, together with the collective emergency services of
Officer Bowden, who had been on the force for just over three years, was mortally wounded while conducting a routine traffic stop the night of January 10, 2005. After a month long courageous battle, she succumbed to her injuries and passed away Feb. 10 and was the first Columbia Police Officer killed in the line of duty.
As a special thank-you for honoring Officer Bowden’s memory and helping address the emergency blood shortage, the Red Cross and the National Football League (NFL) are partnering to offer those who come to give blood, platelets or plasma Jan. 1-31, 2024, a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LVIII in
BUSINESS TO EXPAND IN
Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, has announced that it will expand its facility in
“We’re thrilled to see Unilever continuing to grow right here in
Unilever’s
CAPTAIN JOHN J. HOTZ TO RETIRE FEBRUARY 1
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol announces the following retirement:
Captain John J. Hotz, director of the Public Information and Education Division, General Headquarters,
Hotz was appointed to the Patrol on July 1, 1989. After graduating from the
Captain Hotz was born in
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
U.S. Route 24 – January 29 – February 7, LANE RESTRICTION for fiber optic repairs at the Mississippi River bridge from 1,200 feet east of CR 357 extending east 4,400 feet between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.
Route E – January 16, CLOSED for bridge maintenance at the
Route U – January 17-18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 2060 to CR 2070 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
RESRAM CHARGE TO ADJUST FOR AMEREN
The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved an application filed by Union Electric Company d/b/a Ameren Missouri to adjust the Renewable Energy Standard
Rate Adjustment Mechanism (RESRAM) charge that appears on the monthly bills of its electric customers. The charge appears as a separate item on the monthly electric bills of Ameren
A RESRAM allows electric companies to adjust rates outside of a general electric rate case to reflect prudently incurred renewable energy standard costs (such as solar and wind). These costs would be costs above renewable energy costs already included in the company’s base rates.
According to Ameren
Company during the period of August 2022 through July 2023. For a residential customer using 1,000 kWh (kilowatt-hours) of electricity a month, the RESRAM charge will increase from approximately $0.35 a month to approximately $2.04 a month. The adjustment is expected to take effect on February 1, 2024.
Ameren
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DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE IN OBSERVANCE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date:
Monday, January 15, 2024, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST DISTRICT
During its regular meeting on January 3, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the following contracts for a bridge replacement and fourteen bridge rehabilitation projects in the Northeast District.
A $1.1Million dollar contract was awarded to
A $1.6Million dollar contract was awarded to Capital Paving & Construction, LLC for fourteen bridge rehabilitation projects in Audrain, Lincoln, Marion, Montgomery, Pike and Ralls counties at the following locations:
Route B, over Branch Lick Creek, in
Route D, over Scattering Fork, in
Route FF, over Davis Creek, in
Route Y, over Reese Fork, in
Route V, over Sugar Creek, in
Route D, over
Route AA, over Coon Creek, in
Route AC, over
Route H, over Little Ramsey Creek, in
Route M, over South Branch Indian Creek, in
Route V, over Indian Creek, in
Route W, over Guins Creek, in
Route W, over Ramsey Creek, in
Route P, over
Additional information, regarding timelines and impacts to traffic, will be released prior to the start of construction.
JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and the national awareness day was held on Thursday. The month is dedicated to raising awareness of human trafficking and educating individuals on how to stop this crime.
In January 2000, the
Some of the warning signs of potential trafficking situation include: signs of physical abuse, signs of branding tattoos, not in possession of their money or identification, body language indicating they don’t want to be there or seem uncomfortable, lack of eye contact with anyone except their trafficker, or not allowed to speak for self.
If you suspect someone is being forced to engage in any activity from which they can’t leave—whether it is commercial sex, housework, farm work or other activity—call the
For more information about MoDOT’s efforts to “Put the Brakes on Human Trafficking,” go to modot.org/fighthumantrafficking.
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MAN KILLED IN CALLAWAY
A New Bloomfield man was killed in an accident that occurred at 9:15am in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
33 year old Curtis Faifer of Labadie was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in
MAN HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
A Moscow Mills man was hurt in an early Tuesday morning crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN PIKE
20 year old Hollidae Koster of
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WOMAN INJURED IN
A Glenwood woman was injured in an accident that occurred at around 8:10am Sunday in
MSHP: BE EXTRA VIGILANT WHEN DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER
Troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol urge everyone to pay attention to weather conditions and make smart decisions regarding travel. If conditions dictate, avoid driving on
During inclement weather, driving the speed limit is not "exercising the highest degree of care."
Troopers suggest keeping your fuel tank at least half full. In preparation for winter weather, place an ice scraper, battery booster cables, blankets, extra coats, gloves, water, non-perishable food, first aid kit, flashlight, small shovel, and a bag of sand or cat litter in your trunk now, before an emergency occurs.
Before you travel, make sure your cell phone is fully charged and keep it with you. Do not use your cell phone when you are driving; park your vehicle well off the roadway or in a parking lot before placing a call. The Missouri State Highway Patrol emergency number is *55 on a cellular phone. This number rings at the nearest troop headquarters. Troopers are available to assist you.
Motorists are encouraged to check road conditions before driving to help determine if the trip can be completed safely. MoDOT’s Road Condition Map can be viewed at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. The MoDOT Traveler Information Map app can be downloaded free of charge to your smart devices. The Traveler Information Map reflects the most current road conditions and is utilized by communication officers to provide road conditions. Motorists are encouraged to download the Traveler Information Map or view the map online instead of contacting law enforcement to inquire about road conditions. Missouri State Highway Patrol communication officers are very busy during winter weather events.
Please remember to buckle up, pay attention, be courteous, and obey all traffic laws. When weather conditions make driving hazardous, drive only when absolutely necessary.
MARSHALL LICENSE OFFICE TRANSITIONING TO A NEW LOCATION
The Missouri Department of Revenue is announcing the new management contract for the Marshall License Office has been awarded to Jamie L Atkisson. The new contractor, Jamie Atkisson states “I am looking forward to adding a new chapter to the Marshall License Office with an experienced, knowledgeable, and friendly staff. We are all excited and ready to serve the community in and around
The Marshall License Office will be moving to a new location at 615 Cherokee Suite 8,
Please note the current location 165 West Court St,
While the office is closed to transition to the new location, the Department encourages customers to visit one of the following nearby locations to receive assistance with their motor vehicle and driver licensing needs:
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· Boonville License Office – 520 Ryan Street Unit F,
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A full list of license office locations and hours of operation can be found at
dor.mo.gov/license-office-locator/.
The following online services are also available:
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below.
Missouri Route 6 – January 8-12, LANE RESTRICTION for brush cutting from U.S. Route 63 to Route V between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route K – January 8-11, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance 0.5 miles before and after the Bridge Creek bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily.
Route P – January 2-12, CLOSED for patching operations from U.S. Route 61 to Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.
U.S. Route 24 – January 10-19, LANE RESTRICTION for fiber optic repairs at the Mississippi River bridge from 1,200 feet east of CR 357 extending east 4,400 feet between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.
Route K – January 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route P to
Route E – January 16, CLOSED for bridge maintenance at the
Route H – January 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Rt HH to
Route Y – January 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
On Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at approximately 9:07pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 100 block of
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THREE HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
Three men were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Saturday morning in
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MSHP REPORTS 5 TRAFFIC FATALITIES, NO DROWNINGS OR BOATING FATALITIES OVER NEW YEAR’S
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the New Year’s holiday weekend:
Five people died and 59 were injured in 115 traffic crashes during the 2024 New Year’s holiday counting period, which began at 6 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2023, and ended at 11:59 p.m. Monday, January 1, 2024. There were 0 boating crashes and 0 drownings over the 2024 New Year’s holiday counting period.
2024 New Year’s Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers investigated the following:
Traffic Crashes — 115
Traffic Crash Injuries — 59
Traffic Crash Fatalities — 3
DWI — 139
One traffic fatality occurred in each of the following areas: Troop C, Weldon Spring Area, Troop D,
Department each worked one fatality crash.
MDC REPORTS 12,465 DEER TAKEN DURING ALTERNATIVE METHODS PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters in
Top harvest counties were Callaway with 296 deer harvested,
The harvest total for last year’s alternative methods portion was 8,724. This year’s harvest total was eight-percent higher than the previous five-year average.
For current ongoing preliminary harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at https://extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
For harvest summaries from past years, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries.
The archery deer and turkey season runs through Jan. 15.
Find more information on deer hunting from MDC’s 2023 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet, available where permits are sold and online at https://mdc.mo.gov/sites/default/files/2023-08/2023FDT.pdf.
USCELLULAR AWARDED ADDITIONAL $2.1 MILLION FROM THE
UScellular has been awarded $2.1 million to build four cell sites in the second round of grants from the Missouri Cell Towers Grant Program
. With the $5.8 million awarded in the first round, the company has received $7.9 million overall to enhance mobile and in-home connectivity in several counties across the state.
The Missouri Cell Towers Grant Program is managed by the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) and funded through the American Rescue Plan Act. It is focused on investing in the expansion of cellular service statewide.
With this new round of funding
, UScellular will build four cell sites that will provide additional wireless coverage in Marion, Ralls, Adair, Knox, Macon, Shelby, Pulaski and Texas counties.
In total, UScellular will build 15 new towers across
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A Holts Summit man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 11:10pm Tuesday in
DRIVERS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
Both drivers were injured, one seriously in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday evening in
WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
52 year old Diane Perkins of Clark was hurt in a Wednesday morning crash in
MAN HURT IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON MISHAP
29 year old Dustin Partin of
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On Monday, January, 1, 2024, at approximately 9:15pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1200 block of
WOMAN HURT IN
A
MAN INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
65 year old La-Nay AO Pazan Clay of LaBelle was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
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I-70 PAVEMENT REPAIR WORK IN
The asphalt pavement repair work scheduled on the eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 70 in Montgomery and Warren counties has been postponed during the winter season with operations anticipated to begin in the spring of 2024.
This project is located from the
STATE AWARDS MORE THAN $7.9 MILLION IN ARPA FUNDING TO EXPAND CELLULAR SERVICE STATEWIDE
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that it has awarded a total of more than $7.9 million through the second round of the Cell Towers Grant Program. Grants will be awarded to 14 projects to construct new towers that provide quality cellular service and greater 911 connectivity to high-cost areas. The program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is focused on investing in the expansion of cellular service statewide.
“This second round of funding awarded through the Cell Towers Grant Program will further promote economic growth and public safety statewide,” said Governor Mike Parson. “As we continue to improve
Projects receiving funds through the Cell Towers Grant Program’s second round are expected to serve more than 18,000 high-need locations that previously lacked quality cellular service. The program, administered by DED’s Office of Broadband Development, was launched in May 2023 and awarded competitive grants to applicants who also contributed private funding in addition to grant funds. Each project awarded through this round will result in the construction of one cellular tower, for a total of 14 new towers built statewide.
DED opened the second round of funding through the Cell Towers Grant Program on October 20, 2023. The entirety of the $20 million appropriated by Governor Parson and the General Assembly has now been awarded to eligible providers and tower owners for the construction of new towers.
Details on recipients of the Cell Towers Grant Program – Round 2 are available here.
To learn more about DED’s ARPA-funded grant programs, visit ded.mo.gov/arpa.
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MSHP: BRING IN THE NEW YEAR SAFELY
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to make good decisions regarding their New Year’s celebration. No one wants to start 2024 with a traffic crash or DWI arrest. During the 2023 New Year’s period, six people were killed and 345 injured in 925 traffic crashes in
The 2024 New Year’s holiday counting period begins at 6 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2023, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, January 1, 2024.
If your plans to welcome the new year include alcohol, please designate a sober driver or utilize a ride share service or taxi to ensure you arrive home safely. The roadway is no place for a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you kill or injure someone, you’ll pay the price for the rest of your life.
If you plan to drive this New Year’s, remember to buckle up and make sure all your passengers do the same. Pay attention, obey all traffic laws, and when in doubt, yield the right-of-way. Be sure to use your turn signal to communicate your intentions. Remember: The posted speed limit reflects the roadway's classification and is not a suggestion! Download the MoDOT Traveler Information app to your smart phone, and check road conditions before you travel. Allow extra time during inclement weather or consider staying home.
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Assistance Number (800) 525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These emergency numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies. We're here to help.
NINE COMPANIES, INVESTING MORE THAN $55 MILLION AND CREATING UP TO 296 JOBS, AMONG 90 BUSINESS PROJECTS SUPPORTED IN 2023
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced Wednesday the expansion of nine companies, among 90 total business projects, that it supported during 2023. The more than $55 million invested and up to 296 new jobs created by the companies are part of a total $2.9 billion in investment and more than 5,100 jobs created since January as a result of DED’s support.
“We’re excited to see each of these employers growing in
Advantage Solutions, a Fortune 1000 company that provides outsourced sales and marketing solutions to brands and retailers, is expanding in Clayton, investing $970,000 and creating new jobs.
CEdge, an IT software consulting firm, is expanding in
Maryville Consulting Group, a professional services firm that helps Fortune 2000 companies transform into technology-enabled businesses, is expanding in
Velta Technology, a company providing cybersecurity services and solutions for the protection of industrial assets, is expanding in
Cathcart Repair Facilities, a leading freight car repair and rail services company, is expanding in
Donaldson Company, one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts, is expanding in Harrisonville, investing more than $6.4 million and creating 35 new jobs.
Reinhart Foodservice LLC, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group Company, a nationwide food and beverage distributor, is expanding in Lee’s Summit, investing more than $22 million and creating approximately 44 new jobs over six years.
Southeast region
Archaea Energy, the nation’s largest renewable natural gas producer, is establishing a location in Dexter with a significant investment and the creation of two new jobs.
Bulk Tank, a manufacturer of innovative parts for the pneumatic tank trailer industry, is expanding in Park Hills, investing $600,000 and creating nine new jobs.
The Regional Engagement Division, established in 2019, is dedicated to business development statewide through collaboration with local partners. With project managers serving in the areas where they live and work, the division delivers economic development solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each of the state’s regions.
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MSHP REPORTS TWO TRAFFIC FATALITIES, NO DROWNINGS OR BOATING FATALITIES OVER CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY WEEKEND
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the Christmas holiday weekend:
Two people died in traffic crashes during the 78-hour counting period, which began at 6 p.m. Friday, December 22, 2023, and ended at 11:59 p.m. Monday, December 25, 2023.
2023 Christmas Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers investigated the following:
Traffic Crashes — 124
Traffic Crash Injuries — 71
Traffic Crash Fatalities — 2
DWI — 81
[Note: Last year during the 78-hour Christmas counting period, there were 1,017 traffic crashes statewide. In those crashes, four people were killed and another 318 were injured. During the 2022 Christmas holiday, troopers investigated 306 traffic crashes which included three fatalities and 84 injuries. Troopers arrested 52 people for driving while impaired in 2022.]
There were no boating crashes or drownings over the 2023 Christmas holiday counting period.
Of the two fatality traffic crashes investigated by troopers, one occurred in the Troop D,
On Thursday, December 21 at approximately 6:49AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to a business in reference to someone who had just stolen some alcohol. At approximately 7:03AM, officers located the suspect vehicle at a home around the 700 block of
On Thursday, December 14, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the Mexico Animal Shelter in reference to a fire. The fire was quickly extinguished but had spread to the attic, damaging some of the structure and utilities. There were no injuries to any people or animals. Investigation has indicated the cause was improper disposal of smoking material.
The City of Mexico has been working with its insurance company to determine the best way to get shelter services started again. Mexico Community Development has been working with local organizations on the continued care of the animals. At this time, all of the cats have been re-homed but there are still about 10 dogs that need to find a home. Anyone interested in adopting any of these animals should call (573) 581-2100 extension 315.
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Wet, Wintry Mix Forecast for Wednesday Commute Motorists advised to plan ahead, use caution during post-holiday travels
JEFFERSON CITY – A wet, wintry mix is expected to impact motorists’ commutes starting Wednesday morning and lasting throughout the day and into the evening. According to the National Weather Service, from mid-Missouri north to the Iowa state line motorists could see up to two inches of a snowy mix with slushy conditions while areas in the southern half of the state may see a mix of rain and snow. The Missouri Department of Transportation urges all drivers to be prepared for changing road conditions in their current location as well as their final destination, especially as many are traveling for the holidays. Motorists should use extra caution during and after the precipitation: leave early and slow down for the conditions, buckle up and avoid distractions. Be especially cautious on elevated surfaces such as bridges and overpasses. MoDOT will continue to monitor the forecast and road conditions for updates and will have crews clearing roadways as conditions warrant. If you encounter a snowplow on the road, always give crews room to work. Do not tailgate or try to pass. Snowplow operators are reacting to the road ahead of them with a very limited field of vision. You may see them, but they may not see you. Missouri road conditions are available 24/7 on the Traveler Information Map at www.modot.org, or through MoDOT’s smartphone app, available for iPhone and Android phones. You can also find road conditions and warnings by following MoDOT on Facebook and X (Twitter) or by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636) to speak with a customer service representative.
Completion of New Bridge Opens U.S. Route 136 in Schuyler County
HANNIBAL – The new bridge on U.S. Route 136 in Schuyler County, over North Fork Middle Fabius River, 1.1 miles east of Route C near Lancaster, opened to traffic today, December 20. Bleigh Construction Company of Palmyra, Missouri was awarded the contract last year in the amount of $2,263,616. This contract also includes an additional bridge replacement project located on Missouri Route 15 in Scotland County, over North Fork Wyaconda River, 0.4 miles south of Route EE near Memphis. This bridge was completed earlier this summer. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter. All work zones are online at www.modot.org, and you can receive news about roadwork in your area by signing up for emails and text alerts at e-updates
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NOVEMBER 2023
Read the full report at https://meric.mo.gov/missouri-monthly-jobs-report.
MSHP: HAVE A SAFE CHRISTMAS SEASON
The Missouri State Highway Patrol wishes everyone a merry and safe Christmas. One way for it to be merry is for everyone to arrive at their holiday celebrations safely. Remember to wear your seat belt, obey all traffic laws, pay attention, and please, don’t drive impaired.
Over the 2022 Christmas holiday, there were 1,017 traffic crashes statewide. In those crashes, four people were killed and another 318 were injured. This year’s traffic crash counting period begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 22, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Monday, December 25, 2023.
Travelers are reminded that holiday drivers will affect traffic patterns. If you’re planning a trip during the holiday, please keep this in mind. Drivers are encouraged to make sure they are well rested, no matter how short their driving distance. Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly. Downloading the MoDOT Traveler Information app to your smart phone allows you to check road conditions before you travel. Be proactive: Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and allow enough time to reach your destination safely. Winterize your vehicle before bad weather arrives, but realize that sometimes, it’s safest to stay home.
If faced with a traffic emergency, motorists can contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. This emergency number will ring into the nearest Highway Patrol headquarters. Motorists should use this number if they are in a traffic crash, witness a crash or crime, or pass a stranded motorist in need of assistance, etc.
Troopers encourage motorists to protect themselves from all types of hazardous drivers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Please obey all traffic laws, and if alcohol is part of your holiday, designate a sober driver. Every driver can help make our roadways safer this holiday season.
25 NEW TROOPERS TO GRADUATE FROM
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces that 25 troopers will graduate from the Patrol’s
The Honorable Mike Kehoe, lieutenant governor of
Four class awards will be presented during the graduation ceremony. The recruits accumulate points toward graduation in the categories of physical fitness, firearms, and academics throughout their 25 weeks at the Academy. The person with the highest number of points in each category will earn the respective award.
The names (hometowns) and first assignments of members of the 118th Recruit Class are listed below:
Troop A
Trooper Klayton R. Kennedy, Plattsburg, MO, Platte County
Trooper Corey W. Klotz, Nevada, MO, Bates County
Trooper Connor W. Norris, Kearney, MO, Clay County
Troop B
Trooper Kristopher B. Geren, Fowler, IL, Marion/Ralls Counties
Trooper Tristen C. Miller, Shelby, MO, Linn/Chariton Counties
Troop C
Trooper Dalon J. Brown, Hazelwood, MO, North St. Louis County
Trooper Jackson S. Collier, Farmington, MO, Ste. Genevieve/Perry Counties
Trooper Brian J. Fessenden, Palmyra, MO, South St. Louis County
Trooper Justin D. Hedrick, St. Charles, MO, South St. Louis County
Trooper Dallas R. McKenzie, Quincy, IL, St. Charles County
Trooper Roan Oosthuizen, Grapevine, TX, St. Charles County
Trooper Edgar J. Raya, St. Louis, MO, South St. Louis County
Trooper Ethan G. Talleur, St. Clair, MO, Franklin County
Trooper Mason K. Wilson, Seneca, MO, St. Charles County
Troop E
Trooper Brady T. Hart, Puxico, MO, Butler/Ripley Counties
Trooper Gunner L.R. Meloy, Marble Hill, MO, Butler/Ripley Counties
Troop F
Trooper Ryan C. Byers, Joplin, MO, Morgan/Moniteau Counties
Trooper Hunter W. Hampton, Fulton, MO, Cole County
Trooper Jonathan E. Pinker, Overland Park, KS, Camden/Miller Counties
Trooper Bailey D. Whetsel, Jones, OK, Cole County
Troop G
Trooper Chad K. Johnson, Seymour, MO, Texas/Wright Counties
Troop H
Trooper Robert K. Mott, Mt. Pulaski, IL, Holt/Atchison Counties
Troop I
Trooper Aaron M. Cunningham, Rolla, MO, Crawford County
Trooper Kolby J. Estes, Warsaw, MO, Phelps/Maries Counties
Trooper Dustin R. Willhite, Hartville, MO, Laclede County
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MAN HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
26 year old Jacob McMillen of Center was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ADAIR
A woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 9:30pm Tuesday in
MODOT CELEBRATES COMPLETION OF GOV. PARSON’S
The Missouri Department of Transportation Tuesday celebrated the completion of Gov. Mike Parson’s Focus on Bridges program that restored or replaced 250 of the state’s poorest bridges over the last four years. Established in 2019, the Focus on Bridges program was one of Gov. Parson's first major investments in transportation infrastructure.
The final project replaced the
"Infrastructure has been a top priority since day one, and four years ago, we set out to replace 250 of our poorest bridges through the Focus on Bridges program,” Gov. Parson said. “Today, we are proud to celebrate the 250th bridge completed as promised. From
MoDOT is responsible for maintaining 10,424 bridges on the state system, the sixth most in the nation. The average age of the bridges is 49 years, and most of them were designed to last 50 years. Prior to Governor Parson’s focus on infrastructure, the number of bridges rated as “poor” using Federal Highway Administration criteria, were increasing year over year rather than declining as now seen in Missouri. Currently there are 804 bridges that have been rated “poor” using Federal Highway Administration criteria, down 19 from a year ago.
Gov. Parson’s Focus on Bridges program was truly innovative and was made possible through a $50 million appropriation from General Revenue as well as $301 million in bond revenue approved by the Missouri General Assembly in 2019. Maintaining the state’s bridges helps provide a world-class transportation system that is safe, innovative, and reliable.
For a list of the projects completed under the Focus on Bridges program, visit Focus on Bridges (modot.org).
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MAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
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TWO HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
Two people were hurt in a Monday night crash in
MDC’S NORTHEAST REGION WELCOMES CONSERVATION AGENT JACOB SIEVE TO
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulated 16 new conservation agents upon their graduation from MDC’s 2023
Agent Sieve grew up in Imperial,
These new agents join 200 existing MDC agents in serving and protecting
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES $5 MILLION IN GRANTS APPROVED FOR 20
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson announced $5 million in grant funding has been approved for 20
“It is vitally important that we continue to invest in
These 20 competitive grants totaling $5 million were part of a special appropriation to the Missouri State Board of Nursing that was recommended and approved by Governor Parson. The approved grants include:
The nursing programs that were awarded funds will provide scholarships and tuition assistance for nursing faculty, clinical simulation equipment and staffing, technology enhancements, faculty pay increases, nursing faculty professional development, and graduate nursing program development to educate more nursing faculty.
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December 19, 2023
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 1:20am Monday in
WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
A Wentzville woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday morning in
DRIVER INJURED IN SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
58 year old David Anderson of
TWO INJURED IN CALLAWAY
Two
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MAN KILLED AND ANOTHER INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was killed while another was injured in an early Saturday morning accident in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Sullivan woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 2:40pm Saturday in
DRIVER KILLED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
65 year old Dennis Klatt of New Franklin was killed in a Saturday afternoon crash in
MEXICO
On Thursday, December 14 at approximately 10:23am, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 100 block of
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TEEN INJURED IN
A teen was injured in a Wednesday night crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY EVENING WRECK
A
DRIVER HURT IN
23 year old Brianna Walters of Armstrong was hurt in an accident that occurred at 11:35pm Wednesday in
The State of
After the passage of SB 63, the Missouri Joint Oversight Task Force for Prescription Drug Monitoring (JOTF) was created, which is the body that oversees the collection and use of patient dispensation information submitted to
For more information on
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 2:10pm Tuesday in
TEEN HURT IN LINN
19 year old Gage Lindsay of Brookfield was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in
STATE EMPLOYEE DONATIONS EXCEED $779 THOUSAND IN ANNUAL CHARITABLE CAMPAIGN
The Office of Administration has announced that this year’s Missouri State Employee Charitable Campaign (MSECC) exceeded donations of $779K, with $779,578 pledged to 484
Other notable highlights from this year’s campaign:
The MSECC is an annual fundraising effort organized by the Office of Administration that provides state employees and retirees with the opportunity to make donations to their favorite charitable organizations through the convenience of payroll deduction or one-time gifts. The State of
For more information on the Missouri State Employee Charitable Campaign, visit msecc.mo.gov.
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 12/11/2023 and 7am 12/13/2023.
On December 12, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to the 800 block of
On December 12, 2023, a Moberly Officer conducted a traffic stop near Williams and
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DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR UPCOMING HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, December 25, 2023, in observance of Christmas. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.
Monday, January 1, 2024, in observance of New Year’s Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
MDC REPORTS 18,904 DEER HARVESTED DURING LATE ANTLERLESS PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters harvested 18,904 deer during the late antlerless portion of firearms deer season, Dec. 2-10. Top harvest counties were Callaway with 565 deer harvested, Pike with 513, and Lincoln with 385.
Last year’s antlerless portion harvest total was 16,241.
For current ongoing preliminary harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at https://extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
For harvest summaries from past years, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries
The archery deer and turkey season runs through Jan. 15, 2024. The alternative methods portion runs Dec. 23 through Jan. 2, 2024.
Find more information on deer hunting from MDC’s 2023 Fall Deer and Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet, available where permits are sold and online at https://mdc.mo.gov/about-us/about-regulations/fall-deer-turkey-hunting-regulations-information.
GOVERNOR PARSON APPOINTS LESLEY RONE AS
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that Lesley Rone, Southeast Regional Manager for the Division of Regional Engagement, has been appointed by Governor Parson as Missouri’s Designee to the Delta Regional Authority (DRA).
“I’m pleased to appoint Lesley Rone as
The DRA was established in 2000 as a formal framework for joint Federal-State collaboration to promote and encourage the economic development of the lower
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TEEN INJURED IN
A 17 year old girl from Beaufort was injured in an accident that occurred at 10:25pm Sunday in
MISSOURI VETERANS CEMETERIES TO HONOR VETERANS WITH WREATH LAYING EVENTS
At 11am on Saturday December 16 volunteers will lay wreaths on more than 20,000 graves in Veteran Cemeteries across
The Missouri Veterans Commission will host Wreaths Across America, a holiday wreath-laying event, to honor and remember our nation’s Veterans. The Missouri Veterans Commission has collaborated with Wreaths Across America since 2009.
Wreaths Across America started in 1992 when the Worcester Wreath Company began donating wreaths to be placed at the headstones in
MDC SETS DEER AND
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently set turkey and deer hunting dates for the 2024-2025 seasons. The hunting dates were approved by the Missouri Conservation Commission at its Dec. 8 open meeting in
2024 Spring and Fall
2024 – 2025 Archery Deer and
2024 - 2025 Firearms Deer Hunting Dates
Detailed information on the upcoming seasons and portions will be included in the MDC 2024 Spring Tukey Hunting and Regulations booklet and the MDC 2024 Fall Deer & Turkey Regulations and Information booklet, available closer to the seasons. The booklets will be available where permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov.
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PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY CAR SATURDAY NIGHT
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a car Saturday night in
MEXICO PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
On Friday, at approximately 2:07am, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1000 block of Muldrow after an alert passerby reported seeing a fire under the front porch of a home. Responding personnel located the fire and extinguished it with the porch suffering minor fire damage. The resident, who was sleeping at the time, was unaware of the fire. The apparent cause was careless disposal of smoking material. There were no injuries from the incident.
WOMAN HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
71 year old Mary Mills of Moberly was hurt in an accident that occurred at 8:30am Saturday in
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WOMAN HURT IN
A woman was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck that occurred at 9:30am Thursday in
TWO INJURED IN THURSDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Two drivers were injured in a Thursday morning accident in
DISCOVER NATURE WITH MDC THROUGH EAGLE DAYS
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites people to discover nature through Eagle Days events and by watching bald eagles around the state.
From December through February,
Watch for eagles perched in large trees along the water's edge. Early in the morning you can see them flying and fishing. Be sure to dress for winter weather and don't forget cameras and binoculars.
MDC is again offering various Eagle Days events around the state. Some will include live eagle programs, exhibits, activities, videos, and guides with spotting scopes. Some require registration. Get more information on MDC Eagle Days events at mdc.mo.gov/events/eagle-days.
Can't make an MDC Eagle Days event? Here are some hot spots for winter eagle viewing:
Learn more about bald eagles in
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 6:30am Tuesday in
A U.S. Postal Service mail carrier in Moberly has been federally indicted and accused of stealing from the mail.
58 year old Dawn Dowling was indicted November 29 on one felony count of embezzlement of mail by a Postal Service employee. The indictment accuses Dowling of taking mail from about July 2023 to August 2023, including rebates from the home improvement store Menards that she was supposed to deliver. Dowling appeared in U.S. District Court in
The
GOVERNOR PARSON DECLARES DECEMBER AS CHRISTMAS TREE MONTH IN
On Wednesday, Governor Mike Parson hosted a ceremony proclaiming December as Christmas Tree Month in
“On behalf of all Missourians, The First Lady and I recognize these farm families and their passion for Christmas trees – classic symbols of the holiday season,” Governor Parson said. “Places like
The 2023 winning wreath comes from Meert Tree Farm in Festus. The Meert family established Meert Tree Farm in 1963, and the farm is now operated by their daughter, Jennifer Sommerkamp, with the help of their other children and grandchildren. Meert Tree Farm offers cut-your-own Christmas trees, a sunflower maze, and a pick-your-own pumpkin patch throughout the seasons. During the holiday season, the farm has a Christmas shop and children’s train rides.
Students from
To plan your family’s visit to a Christmas tree farm in your area, visit MissouriGrownUSA.com or MissouriChristmasTrees.org.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Gerald man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 3:45pm Monday in
DRIVER KILLED IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
86 year old Larry Lutz of
MDC REPORTS YOUNG HUNTERS HARVESTED 3,574 DEER DURING LATE YOUTH PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows young hunters ages 6-15 harvested 3,574 deer during
Top counties for the late youth portion were
Last year’s harvest total for the late youth portion was 2,870 deer. For more information on harvest summaries from past years, visit MDC online at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries
MDC OFFERING A PRESCRIBED BURN WORKSHOP ON THURSDAY IN
Prescribed burns are an efficient and cost-effective tool for managing vegetation, whether for wildlife habitat or in forage pastures with native warm season grasses. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is hosting a Prescribed Burn Workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, at the
Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native plant diversity and controlling undesirable vegetation when it is properly applied. But burns can also be dangerous if not done properly. This workshop will provide information about how to plan and execute a prescribed burn. The class will be indoors and include equipment demonstrations, videos, and an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and discuss prescribed burning with MDC staff. Participants will learn about burn equipment, burn line installation, safe weather parameters, ignition operations, and other techniques to safely conduct a prescribed burn.
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WOMAN KILLED, TWO INJURED IN BOONE
A woman was killed, while two others were injured in an accident that occurred at around 6:30pm Sunday in
TWO INJURED IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING WRECK
Two people from
MAN HURT IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A man was hurt in a Monday morning crash in
The Missouri Department of Transportation invites
The contest encourages school-aged kids to join in the fight against litter by decorating a large trash can with the “No MOre Trash!” logo and a litter prevention message using a variety of creative materials. Schools, or home school programs, may submit one trash can entry in each competition category: grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8 – and new this year is grades 9-12. Entries are judged based on creativity, adherence to the contest rules and effective use of the theme and logo.
First-place winners from each competition category receive $200 awarded to the sponsoring schools. All first-place winners are then eligible for a grand prize of $600 and a trophy awarded to the sponsoring school.
There is no entry fee for the contest. Participating school groups must submit a completed entry form online with up to three photos and a release form by March 15, 2024. Contest rules, entry forms, release forms, logos, past winners and educational information can be found at modot.org/trash-can-contest.
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WOMAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
29 year old Gordon Barnes of
TEEN HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A teen was hurt in an accident that occurred at 9:35am Saturday in
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TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN BOONE
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TROY MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A Troy man was injured in a Wednesday afternoon incident in
MAN HURT IN THURSDAY MORNING WRECK
29 year old Brandon Bourgeois of
GOVERNOR PARSON NAMES TREVOR FOLEY AS ACTING DIRECTOR OF DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
On Thursday, Governor Mike Parson announced that Trevor Foley will serve as Acting Director of the Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC). Foley's appointment will become effective December 6 upon Director Anne Precythe's departure from state government. Valarie Moseley and Travis Terry will serve as DOC Deputy Directors.
Foley began his career with the Missouri Department of Corrections as a budget analyst in January 2000 and had been promoted to budget analyst III by May 2001. In August 2008, he accepted a position with the Missouri State Senate as an appropriations analyst. He was promoted to Assistant Director of the Senate Appropriations Staff Office in July 2015. Foley left the Senate and returned to the Department of Corrections as the Director of Budget and Finance in August 2018.
Foley holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from
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GOVERNOR AND FIRST LADY PARSON INVITE FAMILIES TO CANDLELIGHT
Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson cordially invite families to attend this year’s Candlelight Tours and annual tree lighting ceremony at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion on Friday, December 1 at 6:00 p.m. The annual lighting of the tree will be followed by this year’s Candlelight Tours.
The Candlelight Tours will run until 8:00 p.m. on Friday and again Monday, December 4 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Friday, the
This year's theme is "Standing United: A Salute to Christmas." During the Candlelight Tours, visitors will be able to walk through the festively decorated ground floor of the Governor's Mansion. Toys for Tots representatives will also be in attendance during the Candlelight Tours to accept donations of new, unwrapped toys or monetary contributions to support
The Candlelight Tours are free and open to the public. Visitors will enter through the
EQUIPMENTSHARE OPENS NEW INDUSTRIAL AND UPFITTING CENTER IN MOBERLY, INVESTING MORE THAN $46 MILLION AND CREATING 151 NEW JOBS
EquipmentShare, an integrated equipment rental and equipment asset management company, celebrated Tuesday the grand opening of its new industrial and upfitting center in Moberly. The company is investing more than $46 million and will create 151 new jobs over the next four years.
EquipmentShare’s new industrial and upfitting center in Moberly will house industrial and technology operations including telematics installations, equipment refurbishment, and the manufacturing of attachments for equipment. The new 174,000-square-foot facility will allow the company to expand its research and development program, which includes assembly and telematics installation, as well as launch its tool and material refurbishment program.
EquipmentShare develops cutting-edge technology that helps contractors from coast to coast build smarter. In addition to providing customers with a best-in-class equipment rental marketplace, the company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions that includes a fleet management platform and telematics devices.
For this expansion, EquipmentShare will benefit from the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation.
EquipmentShare is now hiring in Moberly for various roles, including service technicians, mechanics, production associates, and research developers. The company offers unique people-first focused benefits like tool reimbursement for service jobs, boot allowance, and 16 hours of time off each year to volunteer. To learn more about the open job positions at EquipmentShare’s Moberly location, visit equipmentshare.com/careers.
MDC REPORTS CLOSE TO 193,670 DEER HARVESTED DURING NOVEMBER PORTION OF FIREARMS DEER SEASON
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that deer hunters in
Top harvest counties were
This year’s harvest total was 3% lower than last year and 2% higher than the previous five-year average. For more harvest information from past years, visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries.
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November 29, 2023
WOMAN INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
62 year old Julianne Coughlin of
TWO MEN HURT IN CALLAWAY
Two
On Tuesday, November 21 at approximately 6:36pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 900 block of
MSHP REPORTS FOUR FATALITIES, NO DROWNINGS OR BOATING CRASHES OVER 2023 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports four people died in traffic crashes during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday counting period--from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 22, 2023, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2023. There were no boating crashes or drownings.
During the Thanksgiving holiday counting period, troopers report the following traffic statistics for 2023 (preliminary):
Crashes ─ 431
Injuries ─ 138
Fatalities ─ 4
DWI ─ 103
Drug Arrests ─ 10
Troopers investigated all four of the traffic crash fatalities in 2023. Two of the traffic fatalities occurred in the Troop A,
There were zero boating crashes, zero boating fatalities, zero drownings, and zero boating while intoxicated arrests reported during the 2023 Thanksgiving holiday counting period.
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November 28, 2023
MAN INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
77 year old Larry Edwards of
WOMAN HURT IN BOONE
A woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 5:15pm Sunday in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in an early Sunday morning crash in
TWO INJURED IN SUNDAY MORNING HEAD-ON COLLISION
Two
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On Sunday, November 19 at approximately 4:33pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 200 block of
On Friday, November 17 at approximately 12:39pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1200 block of
MSHP: PLEASE DRIVE SAFELY THIS THANKSGIVING
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds everyone there will be an increase in traffic over the Thanksgiving holiday. Drivers should remain alert to changes along their normal route. Regardless of traffic patterns, safety should remain a priority.
The counting period for the 2023 Thanksgiving holiday weekend is from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 22, 2023, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2023. Troopers will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E., enforcing all traffic laws, and available to assist the public. Over the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday counting period, nine people were killed and 482 injured in 1,355 traffic crashes.
Drivers should make sure their vehicles are in good condition and that they are well rested before they start driving. Remember: There is never a reason to speed, drive aggressively, or drive impaired.
Too many people die in traffic crashes each year in
If boating or fishing are part of your Thanksgiving holiday weekend plans, remember there is less daylight, which makes your vessel's navigation lights essential. Check your lights and have extra bulbs on board before you head out. This time of year, the water is becoming colder and hypothermia is a concern. The body loses heat 25 times faster in water than in the air of the same temperature. If you take an unexpected plunge in cold water, it's important to get out of the water and into dry clothes as soon as possible. Most boaters wear more clothing this time of year, so the proper wearing of life jackets and using caution to avoid falling overboard is even more important. Having a plan as to how you would exit the water if you inadvertently fell overboard is imperative. For example, does your boat have an exterior swim ladder to allow you to re-enter the vessel?
Watercraft operators must consider the effect their actions have on others: Share the waterway and use common sense, good judgment, and courtesy to ensure the safety of all. Life jackets save lives. Wear It!!
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Report Line (800) 525-5555 or *55 on your cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These phone numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies. If your celebration includes alcohol, designate someone else to drive whether you are in your boat or your car. Please don't become a statistic.
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 11/17/2023 and 7am 11/20/2023.
On November 18, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to the 700 block of
On November 18, 2023, a Moberly Officer observed a vehicle being operated poorly on
On November 18, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to an establishment in the 400 block of
On November 19, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to an establishment located in the 1200 block of
On November 19, 2023, a Moberly Officer initiated a traffic stop in the 500 block of
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PAVEMENT REPAIR WORK SCHEDULED ON I-70 IN
Weather permitting, as early as November 27, contractor crews with N.B. West Contracting Company will begin asphalt pavement repair work on the eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 70 in Montgomery and Warren counties. The project is located from the
All work will occur during the nighttime hours of 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where workers are present. Motorists can expect intermittent delays as traffic will be reduced to one lane where work is occurring.
All work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change. For the safety of the crews and the traveling public, they would like to remind drivers to be attentive in work zones and put down your cell phones to eliminate distractions.
FULTON
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DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
22 year old Jordon Renner of
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER 23-10 EXTENDING DROUGHT ALERT IN
Last week, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 23-10, extending
Currently, the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that all or portions of at least 85
In response to Governor Parson’s initial Executive Order declaring a drought alert on May 31, 2023, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources activated the Drought Assessment Committee, a workgroup set up to assess drought levels and work with impact teams on response and recovery recommendations.
The Executive Order was set to expire on December 1, 2023. Extending the order will allow the Drought Assessment Committee and associated impact teams to continue supporting affected communities throughout the winter and continue to expand the state’s capabilities to respond to and lessen the impacts of future droughts.
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November 20, 2023
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
52 year old Robert Little of Oklahoma City, OK was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 10:20am Saturday in
MAN HURT IN
A Union man was hurt in a Saturday morning incident in
PEDESTRIAN STRUCK AND KILLED IN
A pedestrian was struck and killed in an accident that occurred at 11:35pm Saturday in
WOMAN INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A Triplett woman was injured in an early Saturday morning crash in
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TEEN HURT IN
A Union teen was hurt in an accident that occurred at around 6:40pm Wednesday in
TWO INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
Two men were injured in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
On Tuesday at about 7pm, observant residents notified the Mexico Public Safety Department about some suspicious activity involving people looking in vehicles in the area of the 300 block of
Anyone with information about Parker’s recent activities or any other crime is asked to contact CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 392-TIPS or (800) 392-8477 or Mexico Public Safety at (573) 473-5800 or (573) 581-2100.
MDC THANKS DEER HUNTERS FOR HELP WITH CWD SAMPLING THIS PAST WEEKEND
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) thanks the thousands of deer hunters who participated in its mandatory sampling efforts in 39 counties this past weekend to test for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in harvested deer. Thanks to hunter participation, MDC collected tissue samples from more than 20,600 hunter-harvested deer for CWD testing on Nov. 11 and 12.
CWD sampling consists of MDC staff removing lymph nodes from the necks of harvested deer for testing. Tissue samples are sent to an independent lab for testing.
According to MDC, the opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season is the most popular two days for most deer hunters in
MDC is also offering free voluntary CWD sampling and testing of harvested deer during the entire deer season at select locations throughout the state, including some MDC offices and participating taxidermists and meat processors.
MDC also offers self-service freezer deer-head drop-off locations within the CWD Management Zone for hunters to deposit harvested deer heads to have tested for CWD. Instructions, packing supplies, and information tags are available at the sites.
Get more information on voluntary sampling locations and drop-off locations online at mdc.mo.gov/cwd.
Hunters can get their CWD test results for free online at mdc.mo.gov/cwdResults. Results are available within four weeks from the time of sampling and the wait time if often much less.
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TRUCK/AMBULANCE COLLISION IN
A truck and an Adair County Ambulance were involved in a collision that occurred after 5pm Tuesday in
MAN HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
57 year old Daniel Sumpter of Moberly was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
Military Times recently announced that Columbia College has been named to its 2023 “Best for Vets: Colleges” list. The publication provides a comprehensive annual ranking of higher education institutions in the
Military Times analyzed
The college has adapted to the changing educational landscape by incorporating increased online and virtual options, making it possible for students to take classes from anywhere in the world. This flexibility is especially beneficial for military personnel and veterans who may have unique challenges related to their service commitments or geographical locations.
The institution was also named one of the most military-friendly and military-spouse-friendly colleges in 2023 by MilitaryFriendly.com.
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WOMAN HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 2am Tuesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
56 year old Linda Cooper of
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 11/08/2023 and 7am 11/10/2023.
On November 8, 2023, Moberly Officers contacted 50-year-old Thomas Jewett in the 700 block of Promenade St. Jewett was placed under arrest for an active
On November 8, 2023, a Moberly Officer conducted a traffic stop on US Highway 24 near the
On November 9, 2023, Moberly Officers contacted 40-year-old Joshua Stone at the Probation and Parole Office. Stone was placed under arrest for active P&P warrant on original charges of possession of a controlled substance. Stone was transported to the Randolph County Sheriff's Office.
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November 14, 2023
WOMAN HURT IN
A woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at around 11:50am Sunday in
DRIVERS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY EVENING COLLISION
Both drivers were seriously injured in a head-on collision Sunday evening in
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
29 year old Reid Littrell of
MDC REPORTS 90,334 DEER HARVESTED DURING FIREARMS OPENING WEEKEND
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters in
Top harvest counties for opening weekend were
According to MDC, this year’s opening weekend harvest was similar to the previous five-year average. Last year, hunters checked 93,355 deer during opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season.
For current, ongoing preliminary harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
For harvest summaries from past years, visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries.
The November portion of firearms deer season runs through Nov. 21 followed by the CWD portion Nov. 22-26 in open counties. Archery deer hunting resumes Nov. 22 through Jan. 15, 2024. The late youth portion runs Nov. 24-26. The late antlerless portion of firearms deer season runs Dec. 2-10 in open counties and the alternative methods portion will occur Dec. 23 through Jan. 2, 2024.
Get more information on Missouri deer hunting from MDC’s 2023 Fall Deer and Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet, available where hunting permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer.
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A Laddonia woman was seriously injured in a Saturday afternoon crash in
DRIVER KILLED IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
79 year old Clarence Morris of
THREE TEENS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Three teens were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 1:40am Sunday in
NATIONAL CRASH RESPONDER SAFETY WEEK IS THIS WEEK
On a daily basis, emergency responders put their lives on the line along
According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), traffic incidents are the leading cause of death for
In 2022, more than 54,000 traffic crashes were reported on
Crash Responder Safety Week is an opportunity to remind drivers to adhere to
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route B – November 20-22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Brewington to Redbud between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route M – November 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route FF to CR 936 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Missouri Route 54/Missouri Route 19 (Northbound) – November 20-21, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations beginning at the roundabout at Scotts Corner extending north 1500 feet between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily. Temporary minor impacts can be expected on all legs of the roundabout.
Route Y – November 13-22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route K to Route H between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route DD – November 14-15 CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 63 to
Route DD – November 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – November 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – November 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – November 21-22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route C – November 13-14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 276 to Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route C – November 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from the intersection of Route Z north of Route C and the intersection of Route Z south of Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route M – November 13-16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from east of CR 921 to west of CR 931 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route AA – November 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from east of CR 831 to west of CR 835 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route E – November 13-14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route FF – November 15-17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route E to
Route DD – November 13-15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from one mile north of Route Z to two miles north of Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. daily.
Route DD – November 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 0.5 miles south of Route Z to one mile south of Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route DD - November 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 0.5 miles south of Route Z to one mile south of Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route DD – November 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1250 to CR 1265 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
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WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
37 year old Kimberly Schmelz of
TWO MEN INJURED IN BOONE
Two men were injured in an accident that occurred after 3pm Wednesday in
As
Boeing’s potential expansion in
Boeing’s manufacturing facility in
To assist Boeing in its potential expansion, the Missouri Development Finance Board (MDFB) approved the use of the Business Use Incentives for Large-Scale Development (BUILD) Program. The company will also benefit from the Missouri Works Deal Closing Fund and Missouri One Start, the state’s premier workforce recruitment and training division.
Approved incentives amounts:
BUILD Program - $8,849,162
MDC REPORTS
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports that
More than 5,370 hunters applied during May for 400 permits for the season with the maximum total harvest being 40 bears. Of the 400 hunters selected through a random drawing of all applicants, 342 hunters purchased permits for the season.
Bear hunting in
Nine bears were harvested in BMZ 1 out of a maximum of 20 with 173 hunters purchasing permits to hunt the zone. Three bears were harvested in BMZ 2 out of a maximum of 15 with 125 hunters purchasing permits to hunt the zone. No bears were harvested in BMZ 3 out of a maximum of 5 with 44 hunters purchasing permits to hunt the zone.
All bears were harvested using firearms methods. Of the 12 bears harvested, three were boars (males) and nine were sows (female).
Learn more about
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NEW BRIDGE OVER I-70 OPENS TO TRAFFIC
The new Route BB overpass bridge over I-70 at Exit 115 in
COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST DISTRICT
During its regular meeting on November 1, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the following contracts for seal coat, resurfacing, bridge rehabilitation, concrete pavement repairs and pavement marking projects in the Northeast District.
Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek visited with local leaders Wednesday at the
Due to inflationary pressures, the Federal Reserve Bank has continued to raise interest rates. As a result, the State Treasurer’s MOBUCK$ low-interest loan program has become a lifeline for farmers and small business owners. Since March 2022, the Fed has increased interest rates 11 times, resulting in the highest rate in 22 years. Through the MOBUCK$ program, lenders are allowed to lower interest rates to the borrower by about 2-3 percent.
During the past program year, October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023, the MO BUCK$ low-interest loan program provided over $1.5 million in low-interest rate loans in
State Treasurer Vivek Malek said, “The MOBUCK$ program helps small business owners and farmers get low-interest loans at a time of historically high interest rates. This program has been a game-changer for folks in
In May 2023, the State Treasurer's Office indefinitely suspended acceptance of MOBUCK$ applications due to a statutory limit on the total dollar amount available to loan. Due to the increased demand, Treasurer Malek is asking the Missouri General Assembly to expand the program’s capacity to help small business owners and farmers. The General Assembly is scheduled to return in regular session beginning on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024.
Due to expiration of some existing MOBUCK$ loans, funds will become available to resume acceptance of applications. As a result, the State Treasurer's Office will begin accepting new applications for loans beginning Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024. However, if demand remains high, and the statutory limit is not increased, available funds are likely to be exhausted and the application portal will be closed again which will force Missouri small businesses, including farmers and ranchers, to pay higher interest rates.
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November 8, 2023
THREE MEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
Three men were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 4:10pm Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
63 year old Mark Garnett of St. Catherine was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 11/03/2023 and 7am 11/06/2023.
On November 3, 2023, a Moberly Officer observed a truck being operated in a careless manor on
On November 3, 2023, a Moberly Officer observed 35-year-old Adam Collins in the 500 block of S. Ault St. Collins was found to have an active
On November 4, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to the area of Highway 63 and
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November 7, 2023
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN BOONE
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 12:45am Sunday in
DRIVER INJURED IN ONE-VEHICLE WRECK
36 year old Anthony Stone of
WOMAN HURT IN
A Clarence woman was hurt in a Saturday afternoon crash in
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES TWO JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS
Governor Mike Parson has announced judicial appointments to the 12th and 36th Judicial Circuits.
Kathleen Joyce, of
Ms. Joyce is currently the owner of Joyce Law LLC. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice from
Kacey L. Proctor, of
Mr. Proctor currently serves as the Butler County Prosecuting Attorney. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AWARDS NEARLY $120,000 IN GRANTS TO NEW HAMPTON AND JAMESPORT
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded Clean Water Engineering Report grants totaling nearly $120,000 to the cities of New Hampton ($62,470) and Jamesport ($56,250). Each community will use the funding to evaluate its public wastewater system.
The grant offers funding to qualified communities to help cover engineering costs for evaluating water and wastewater system improvements. New Hampton and Jamesport will both use their grant to identify wastewater system improvements needed to meet permit requirements, continue reliable service to the area and reduce stormwater infiltration into sewer collection pipes. Both facility plans should be complete in April 2025.
The department is committed to assisting
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On Wednesday, November 1 at approximately 2:57pm, an alert resident informed Mexico Public Safety about some suspicious people around some storage units in the 4000 block of
On Wednesday, November 1 at approximately 6:47pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 500 block of
Last week’s cool temperatures are a reminder that winter – and the snow, sleet and ice that come along with it – is just around the corner. To help Missourians prepare and stay safe during the winter months, the National Weather Service (NWS) and State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) are partnering to promote Nov. 6 – 10, 2023, as Winter Weather Preparedness Week in
SEMA and NWS Forecast Offices serving
Monday, Nov. 6 – Winter Weather Terminology
Tuesday, Nov. 7 – Ice Safety
Wednesday, Nov. 8 – Snow Safety
Thursday, Nov. 9 – Extreme Cold, Hypothermia and Frostbite
Friday, Nov. 10 – Planning for Snow, Ice and Cold
Often, too little attention is paid to the danger posed by prolonged exposure to the cold. According to the Department of Health and Senior Services, 52 people died in
Protect against frostbite and hypothermia by wearing warm, loose-fitting clothing in several layers. Avoid alcohol, limit time spent outdoors in frigid temperatures and stay indoors if possible. Find more information on hypothermia and nearby warming center locations on the DHSS website at health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/hypothermia/.
Road safety is also a concern during the winter months. According to preliminary results provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, there were more than 7,500 vehicle crashes in
Even if not directly involved in a crash, an accident blocking the roadway could cause other drivers to be stranded for hours. Avoiding non-essential travel during winter storms is one of the best ways to reduce the chance of becoming stranded or involved in a crash. It also allows snow removal crews to clear the roads faster and first responders to get to crashes more quickly.
Missourians should also consider these winter weather preparedness tips:
Create a family emergency plan and emergency kit. Emergency supplies should include bottled water, canned and dry foods, battery-powered radio, flashlights, extra batteries, manual can opener and a first-aid kit. When power outages are possible, charge cell phones and other devices in advance so you are able to communicate if power is lost.
Assemble a vehicle winter emergency kit. Include a blanket, radio/spare batteries, snacks/energy bars, jumper cables, flares and a shovel/sand or shingles for tire traction.
Avoid driving when conditions could deteriorate. Postpone travel if possible. If driving is absolutely necessary, keep your gas tank more than half full and your cell phone charged. Save emergency numbers for fast dialing. Check road conditions in advance on the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Traveler Map at traveler.modot.org/map/. Allow extra time, expect delays, reduce speed and increase following distance. If your vehicle breaks down or slides off the road, stay in the vehicle and call for help.
Make sure alternate heat and power sources such as fireplaces, woodstoves, kerosene heaters and generators function properly. These sources can be dangerous and must be regularly maintained and operated. Keep the correct fuel for each source on hand in a safe location. Proper ventilation is essential. Properly install carbon monoxide detectors throughout your home. Only operate generators outdoors.
Remember space heaters are potentially deadly when misused. Space heaters account for approximately one-third of home heating fires and 80 percent of home heating fire deaths. Supplemental heating sources like these should be turned off when leaving a room or going to bed. Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from heating equipment.
For more winter weather preparedness tips, including safe driving techniques and avoiding injury while shoveling, please visit mo.gov/winter-weather-safety/.
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route M – November 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route FF to CR 936 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route WW – November 7-8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route J to
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – November 10, LANE RESTRICTION for clean-up following a recent traffic incident from 0.5 miles north of Big Creek to
Route C – November 6, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 239 to CR 237 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route C – November 7, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route DD to CR 229 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route C – November 7-8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 229 to CR 276 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route C – November 8-9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 229 to CR 276 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route AA – November 7, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from east of CR 965 to west of CR 956 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route AA – November 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from east of CR 831 to west of CR 835 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route M – November 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from east of CR 921 to west of CR 931 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route E – November 13-14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route FF – November 15-17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route E to
Route HH – November 6, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 61 to CR 309 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route HH – November 7, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 309 to CR 318 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route HH – November 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 318 to
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – November 6-8, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from one mile before and after
U.S. Route 61 (Northbound) – November 8, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Fifth Street at New London to Business 61 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Route T – November 6-7, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route B to one mile south of Route B between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route T – November 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 2965 to 1.5 miles south of CR 2965 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route DD – November 13-15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from one mile north of Route Z to two miles north of Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route DD – November 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 0.5 miles south of Route Z to one mile south of Route Z between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route Y – November 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 151 to CR 503 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route WW - November 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to Route A between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
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WOMAN INJURED IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 1:10am Thursday in
TEEN HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
A teen was hurt in a Wednesday morning crash in
On Friday, October 27 at approximately 2:55pm the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the area of the 600 block of
TWO SCHOOL BUSES AT
Two school buses at Macon R-1 caught on fire Wednesday night in
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WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at around 4:15pm Tuesday in
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 10/30/2023 and 7am 11/01/2023.
On October 30, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to the 1700 block of
RURAL BRIDGE PROGRAM TO IMPROVE ACCESS ACROSS
The last of 31 bridges in a bundled replacement project opened in northern
The replacements were funded by a $20.8 million Competitive Highway Bridge Program grant from the Federal Highway Administration in 2018, as well as $5.2 million from the Missouri Department of Transportation.
The full list of bridge replacements is available on MoDOT’s website: Fixing Access to Rural Missouri (FARM) Bridge Program | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org)
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS DIRECTOR TO STEP DOWN AFTER DECADES-LONG CAREER IN PUBLIC SERVICE
Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) Director Anne Precythe has announced that her last day with the state of
Precythe has been responsible for 19 adult correctional facilities, six community supervision centers, two transition centers, and more than 40 probation and parole districts.
Under Precythe’s leadership, the Missouri Department of Corrections has implemented dozens of major innovations to advance its mission of improving lives for safer communities in the state of
Justice Reinvestment programs supporting more comprehensive and effective probation and parole supervision
Reentry programs, reentry centers, and transition centers better preparing Missourians for post-incarceration success
New higher-education partnerships and vocational training programs
A custom workplace-culture model and supervisory support system
Investment of nearly $175 million in staff pay raises
New staff health, safety, wellness, and trauma services
Transformation of staff training and development
Measurable improvements in staff morale, recruitment, and retention
Data-informed decision-making and evidence-based practices
While director of DOC in
A DOC interim director will be announced in the coming days prior to Precythe's last day with the state on December 5.
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TWO INJURED IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Both drivers from
MAN INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
29 year old Jack Merrick of
TWO INJURED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Two
PSC COLD WEATHER RULE TAKES EFFECT NOVEMBER 1
The Missouri Public Service Commission’s Cold Weather Rule, designed to help customers with heat-related utility bills, begins on November 1, 2023. The rule will remain in effect through March 31, 2024. It has been a part of the Commission’s rules and regulations since 1977. The Cold Weather Rule applies to natural gas and electric utilities under PSC jurisdiction that provide heat-related service. Municipally operated systems, cooperatives and those that provide propane delivered by truck are not under PSC jurisdiction.
The Cold Weather Rule:
· Prohibits the disconnection of heat-related service when the temperature is predicted to drop below 32 degrees during the following 24 hour period.
· Provides more lenient payment terms permitting reconnection of service for natural gas
and/or electric customers.
· Allows customers to budget payments over 12 months.
· Requires that customers be notified by mail 10 days before the date the utility intends to shut off service; an attempt be made to contact the customer within 96 hours before the shut off; an attempt be made to contact the customer right before the shut off; and that notice is left at the home when service has been shut off.
· Requires the customer be notified of possible financial help in paying the utility bill.
· Allows for the reconnection of service for less than the full amount owed.
A customer may register with the utility if:
§ They are 65 years of age or older;
§ Disabled to the extent that they have filed with the utility a form submitted by a medical physician attesting that their household must have natural gas or electric utility service provided in the home to maintain life or health; or
§ They have obtained a formal award letter issued from the federal government of disability benefits. A customer who is registered with the utility company as elderly or disabled will receive additional notifications prior to a proposed discontinuance of service during the Cold Weather Rule period. They may also be eligible for additional minimum payment arrangements.
If a customer is faced with a heat-related utility bill that cannot be paid in full, it is important to:
1) Contact the utility company.
2) State an inability to pay the bill in full.
3) Provide monthly or annual income information.
4) Make a minimum payment.
5) Enter into a payment agreement.
For more information on the PSC’s Cold Weather Rule, please see the Commission’s website at www.psc.mo.gov or call the Commission’s Consumer Services hotline at 1-800-392-4211.
Consumers can also receive Cold Weather Rule information from their local natural gas or electric company or the local community action agency. In addition, there may be additional programs available to consumers seeking assistance in paying their heating bills.
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TWO INJURED IN
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WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
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DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
81 year old Richard Bolch of Norborne was hurt in a Monday morning crash in
MSHP: HAVE A SAFE HALLOWEEN!!!
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to have a safe Halloween.
It’s that time of year when young ghosts, vampires, superheroes, and cartoon characters are planning their night of trick-or-treating. While some local events take place in large parking lots the weekend prior, many trick-or-treaters will be out on Halloween night. It’s imperative that drivers and pedestrians stay alert.
Young children excited by Halloween could dart in front of a vehicle. Slow down and drive with extra caution. Expect an increase in the number of slow-moving vehicles in neighborhoods as motorists pick up and drop off trick-or-treaters. Please be courteous and stay alert for trick-or-treaters of all ages. Distracted drivers are dangerous drivers─when you’re driving, keep your eyes on the road, not on your phone!
Parents, please remind children to approach only familiar houses that are well-lit. Remind them they should never enter a stranger’s house or vehicle. Consider trick-or-treating with your children for their safety and because it’s a fun way to spend an evening. Give some thought to safety when choosing a costume. Consider using make-up rather than wearing a mask, which can obstruct a child's vision making it difficult to see an oncoming car. A light-colored costume is easier for drivers to see at night and adding reflective tape to dark costumes makes them visible. Flame resistant costumes are encouraged.
All trick-or-treaters are reminded to watch for traffic while they are out and about this Halloween. Remember to look both ways when crossing the street. Use sidewalks wherever possible and trick-or-treat while it is light outside. If you do go out after dark, increase your visibility by using a flashlight and wearing a light-colored costume. An adult should always accompany small children, and older children should stay in groups.
Halloween isn’t just for children. Many adults enjoy dressing up and visiting haunted houses or attending gatherings of friends. If you are driving to a costume party, make sure your costume doesn’t hamper your vision. If you attend a Halloween party that includes alcohol, designate a sober driver for the trip home. Alcohol, even in small amounts, slows reaction time and dulls the senses. Driving after you've had alcohol could have a sad and possibly deadly result.
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ONE KILLED, ANOTHER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
One man was killed while another man was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
53 year old Nathan Herold of
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route A – November 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route A – November 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – November 3, LANE RESTRICTION for clean-up following a recent traffic incident from 0.5 miles north of Big Creek to Dietrich Road between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Route WW – November 7-8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route J to
Route M – October 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 100 feet east of CR 1003 to 100 feet west of CR 1003 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route AA – November 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 959 to CR 965 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route A – October 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route A – October 31, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – November 6-8, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from one mile before and after the Salt River bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. daily. A 13-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
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October 27, 2023
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Union man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 1:55pm Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
22 year old Caitlyn Trenkle of Mineral Point was hurt in a Wednesday morning crash in
DRIVER INJURED IN ONE-VEHICLE WRECK THURSDAY MORNING
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On Tuesday, October 17th, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to reports of numerous thefts from motor vehicles. The thefts occurred during the previous overnight hours in the southwest part of
Anyone with information about this or any other crime is asked to contact CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 392-TIPS or (800) 392-8477 or Mexico Public Safety at (573) 473-5800 or (573) 581-2100.
On Monday, October 9 at approximately 3:01am, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 200 block of
SHELBYVILLE MAN ARRESTED FOR STATUTORY RAPE AND SODOMY
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of Faren J. Lindsey, 46, of
In July 2022, the Kirksville Police Department requested the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control investigate the sexual assault of a minor female, reported to have been committed by Faren J. Lindsey, in his former residence, located in
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TWO INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
Two people were injured in a motorcycle accident that occurred just before 1pm Tuesday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
71 year old Gale Wilkerson of
STATE AWARDS $12 MILLION IN ARPA FUNDING TO EXPAND CELLULAR SERVICE STATEWIDE
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that it has awarded a total of $12 million through the Cell Towers Grant Program for 29 projects. Grant awards will be used to construct new towers that provide quality cellular service and greater 911 connectivity to high-cost areas. The program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is focused on investing in the expansion of cellular service statewide.
Projects receiving funds through the Cell Towers Grant Program are expected to serve more than 17,000 high-need locations that previously lacked quality cellular service. The program, administered by DED’s Office of Broadband Development, was launched in May 2023 and awarded competitive grants to applicants who also contributed private funding in addition to grant funds. Each awarded project will result in the construction of one cellular tower, for a total of 29 new towers built statewide.
DED will open a second round of funding through the Cell Towers Grant Program beginning October 20, 2023. Of the original $20 million appropriated by Governor Parson and the General Assembly, $7.9 million will be available for eligible providers and tower owners for the construction of new towers.
Since its first round, the Cell Towers Grant Program has been modified to better clarify the application and challenge processes. Future funding rounds will award recipients based on proposed projects’ proximity to existing towers that provide a minimum quality signal. The program’s application portal will close on November 10, 2023, with awards projected to be announced on December 29, 2023. Details are available in the program guidelines.
Details on recipients of the Cell Towers Grant Program are available here.
To learn more about DED’s ARPA-funded grant programs, visit ded.mo.gov/arpa.
The Missouri Community Service Commission (MCSC) has announced the recipients of four new AmeriCorps planning grants and two new operational grants. As the organization responsible for overseeing AmeriCorps programs in
AmeriCorps planning grants support organizations in preparing to compete for an AmeriCorps program grant in the following grant cycle, while operational grants fund organizations ready to establish, operate, or expand an AmeriCorps program.
AmeriCorps Planning Grants Recipients:
Expanding the capacity of rural historical societies and cultural institutions to promote and preserve local heritage.
UNITEC Solar Training Program (Statewide)
Developing a new vocational program that will train students in the understanding, installation, management, and maintenance of solar power systems.
United Way of Southeast Missouri (
Eliminating barriers to economic mobility through increased transportation and childcare resources.
Branches for the Lake (
Developing a multi-use recreational trail that will increase connectivity to schools, businesses, healthcare providers, and government services.
AmeriCorps Operational Grants Recipients:
The Foodbank for Central and Northeast Missouri (
Addressing issues of food-insecurity and food access across a 32-county region in central and northeast
Preparing older adults for potential disasters through mitigation, preparation, response and recovery.
Recipients of MCSC’s latest AmeriCorps planning and operational grants join 25 current grantees for a total of 31 grantees in the AmeriCorps Missouri portfolio. To learn more about AmeriCorps grants awarded by MCSC, visit showmeservice.org/americorps-programs/.
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DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
64 year old William Strieker of
On Sunday, October 22 at approximately 7:12pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the US Highway 54 bypass, about 1 mile from
NEW
For the first time in its seven-year history, Buckle Up Phone Down is the law in
In August, the Siddens-Bening Hands-Free Law took effect in
Under this law, drivers are prohibited from physically holding or supporting a cell phone with any part of their body; manually typing, writing, sending, or reading text-based messages; recording, posting, sending or broadcasting video, including video calls and social media posts; and watching a video or movie.
Since the creation of BUPD in 2017,
Drivers can accept the challenge to BUPD at modot.org/bupd and spread the word on social media using the hashtags #BUPD and #BUPDDay.
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WOMAN KILLED IN
A Hawk Point woman was killed in an accident that occurred just before 6am Monday in
FOUR INJURED, TWO SERIOUSLY IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Four people from Moberly were injured, two seriously in a Sunday afternoon crash in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
29 year old Evan Bankovich of
MDC STRESSES SAFETY FOR NON-HUNTERS DURING HUNTING SEASONS
With deer and turkey hunting underway in
“Safety while hunting is ultimately the responsibility of the hunter,” said MDC Hunter Education Coordinator Justin McGuire. “Hunters must clearly identify their targeted game animals before even putting their fingers on the triggers of their firearms or before drawing their bows when archery hunting. They must also be aware of what is behind their targets and should never shoot at movement or sound.”
McGuire added that non-hunters out in hunting areas can also practice some safety measures. He and MDC offer these safety tips for non-hunters:
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DEMOLITION OF MO ROUTE 19 BRIDGE OVER I-70 REDUCES TRAFFIC TO
Motorists on Interstate 70 are advised of lane closures resulting in significant delays due to the removal of the old Route 19 bridge at the New Florence/Hermann exit at mile marker 175 in
Delays could stretch up to 10 miles in either direction. Motorists are strongly advised to avoid the area from 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 22 through the afternoon on Monday, October 23.
For the safety of motorists and the construction team, here are the details of the traffic impacts in place for beginning 7 p.m. on October 22:
I-70 traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction and will be rerouted over the on/off ramps at the Rte. 19 & I-70 interchange (mile maker 175).
I-70 and Rte. 19 traffic will be completely stopped at approximately 10 p.m. on October 22 for a brief period of up to 20 minutes.
The I-70 North and South Outer Roads, east of Rte. 19 will be closed to westbound through traffic with only local residential traffic allowed between Rte. 19 and High Hill.
The I-70 North and South Outer Roads, west of Rte. 19 will be closed to eastbound through traffic with only local residential traffic allowed from the
During this time, while temporary modified traffic patterns are in place, a 10-foot width restriction will be in effect for all traffic utilizing the detour on the ramps at this interchange.
To alleviate congestion, motorists are strongly encouraged to utilize alternate routes for travel.
After the 10 p.m. short-term stoppage of traffic, Rte.19 will be reopened to traffic, and I-70 traffic will continue to be rerouted over the on/off-ramps until the interstate is ready to be reopened in the afternoon of October 23. The I-70 traffic will be given priority at the interchange to all other traffic.
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
U.S. Route 54 (Eastbound) – October 24, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Audrain County Road 803 to Callaway County Road 2002 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Route K – October 24-25, CLOSED for railroad crossing repairs from 0.78 miles east of Missouri Route 15 in Baring from 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 24 and 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25. This will be a continuous closure exceeding 24 hours.
U.S. Route 24/61 (Westbound) – October 24, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Missouri Route 168 to Main Cross Street between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Route C – October 25-27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Shelby County Route Z to Marion County Route K between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Business Route 24 – October 24-25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route F – October 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations beginning 600 feet west of Missouri Route 15 to 1000 feet west of Missouri Route 15 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route M – October 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 100 feet east of CR 1003 to 100 feet west of CR 1003 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route FF – October 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route A – October 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route A – October 31, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route C – October 25-27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Shelby County Route Z to Marion County Route K between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
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COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST DISTRICT
During its regular meeting last week, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the following contracts for a bridge replacement, seal coat and resurfacing projects in the Northeast District.
A $12.4M contract was awarded to KCI Construction Company, for a bridge replacement project on Missouri Route 79, over Bear Creek, Norfolk Southern Railroad, and
A $1M contract was awarded to W. L. Miller Company for seal coat projects in Monroe and Shelby counties at the following locations:
Shelby County, Missouri Route 15 - From Missouri Route 168 at Shelbyville to just north of U.S. Route 36 at Shelbina
Monroe/Shelby County, Missouri Route 15 - From 0.2 mile south of U.S. Route 36 at Shelbina to Missouri Route 154 north junction in Monroe County at Paris.
A $3.5M contract was awarded to Magruder Paving, LLC for seal coat and resurfacing projects in Lincoln and Montgomery counties at the following locations:
Montgomery/Lincoln County, Route E – Resurfacing from I-70 to Route UU in Silex
A $4.4M contract was awarded to Christensen Construction Co. for resurfacing projects in Audrain, Boone and Ralls counties at the following locations:
Audrain/Ralls County, Route B - From Missouri Route 154 in
Audrain/Boone County, Route D - From Route Z in Boone County to 0.1 mile south of Missouri Route 15 at Mexico in Audrain County
Audrain/Boone County, Route FF - From Route Z in Boone County to 1 mile west of Missouri Route 15 at Mexico in Audrain County
A $1M contract was awarded to W. L. Miller Company for seal coat projects in
Route B - From U.S. Route 61 near Frankford to Missouri Route 79
A $6.4M contract was awarded to Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., for resurfacing projects in Macon, Monroe and Randolph counties at the locations listed below. The projects below are included in Gov. Parson’s
Randolph/Monroe County, Route M - From
PSC GRANTS CONFLUENCE RIVERS UTILITY OPERATING COMPANY REQUEST TO PURCHASE WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS IN
The Missouri Public Service Commission has granted a request filed by Confluence Rivers Utility Operating Company, Inc. (Confluence) to acquire all or substantially all
of the water and sewer system assets of the currently unregulated systems of Lincoln County Water and Sewer, LLC (LCWS). The Commission also granted Confluence a certificate of convenience and necessity to operate the systems and provide service to the public. According to the application, the LCWS assets are located in and around the Quail Ridge subdivision in
The Commission approved the application determining: 1) There is a need for the service; 2) Confluence is qualified to provide the proposed service; 3) Confluence has the financial ability to provide the service; 4) Confluence’s proposal is economically feasible; and 5) The service promotes the public interest.
Confluence provides service to approximately 4,830 water connections and 5,053 sewer
connections in
JOBS REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER
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October 19, 2023
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
28 year old Rani Bloomster of Bunceton was injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 5:30pm Tuesday in
TWO KILLED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A man and woman were killed while riding their motorcycle in a Tuesday afternoon incident in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A driver was seriously injured in a Tuesday afternoon crash in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
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Recent disasters in
To prepare for any future earthquakes, the 2023 Great Central U.S. Shakeout earthquake drill will be held on Thursday.
At 10:19am on Thursday, hundreds of thousands of Missourians will practice the “Drop, Cover, Hold On” technique:
Studies show that in developed countries with modern structures, falling debris is the most common source of injury in an earthquake. Experts advise that when an earthquake occurs in the
The NMSZ is one of the most active earthquake zones in the country, averaging more than 200 small quakes per year. Another major earthquake in this zone would be felt not only in
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WOMAN INJURED IN
34 year old Cassondra Casby of St. Clair was injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 11:40pm Monday in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY EVENING INCIDENT
A woman was hurt in a Monday evening incident in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN HOWARD
Two young ladies from Fayette were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 1:15pm Monday in
STATEWIDE WINTER WEATHER DRILL SET FOR THURSDAY
Winter is just around the corner, and in preparation, the Missouri Department of Transportation will hold its annual winter operations drill on Thursday. Motorists may notice an increased number of MoDOT vehicles on state routes during the drill, which will begin at 8am in rural areas and 9am in urban areas. The exercise should be completed by 3pm. With turnover rates and many positions still open, driver training on this day is more critical than ever.
MoDOT has more than 3,000 employees across the state involved in work to clear roads and bridges when winter weather hits. During the drill, MoDOT employees will react to a simulated forecast of significant snow for the entire state. The department’s emergency operations centers will activate, and all employees involved in winter operations will be deployed to their trucks. Emergency communications systems will also be tested.
In addition, every piece of equipment—every truck, motor grader, snow blower and tractor—is inspected and calibrated to conserve materials and operate efficiently and safely. MoDOT spent $33 million on winter operations last year and used 63,000 tons of salt; 957,000 gallons of salt brine; and 147,000 gallons of beet juice.
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TEEN HURT IN
A St. Clair teen was hurt in a Sunday night crash in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY EVENING WRECK
A Wentzville teen was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday evening in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE MISHAP
30 year old Cassandra Hardy of Revere was seriously injured in a motorcycle mishap Sunday night in
SEVERAL PEOPLE HURT IN LINN
Several people were hurt in an accident that occurred at 9:35am Sunday in
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RURAL ROUTE RESURFACING WORK SCHEDULED
Weather permitting, a resurfacing project located on Route Y in
The $4.7M contract, awarded last month to Magruder Paving, LLC of Troy, Missouri, includes several additional resurfacing projects which are scheduled to begin in spring of 2024,with all projects completed by November 1, 2024:
Traffic will be reduced to one lane with a 9-foot width restriction at the location where crews are actively working. Flaggers and a pilot car will be utilized for traffic control to guide traffic through the work zone. Workers will be present during daylight hours. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
On Wednesday, October 11 at approximately 2:53PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to
On Monday, October 9 at approximately 3:01AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to a fire in the 200 block of
Five adults and an infant successfully evacuated. 53 year old Shelia D Ball, of
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October 13, 2023
ACTING GOVERNOR KEHOE ORDERS CAPITOL DOME LIGHTED BLUE AND WHITE IN SUPPORT OF
On behalf of Governor Mike Parson and serving in his capacity as Acting Governor, Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome lighted blue and white in honor of Israeli and American lives lost in
In a joint statement, Governor Parson and Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe further denounced the terrorist attacks against the nation of
"The barbarism committed by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists has now claimed the lives of more than 1,200 people and 22 Americans, including one Missourian, in
The Capitol dome will shine blue and white starting on the weekly Jewish Sabbath at sunset on Friday, October 13, through sunrise on Sunday, October 15.
MSHP SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR 121ST RECRUIT CLASS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in
To be eligible, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Patrol’s
Interested persons can find out more about the qualifications by contacting a Patrol recruiter at 1-800-796-7000, or may apply online at www.motrooper.com.
MDC TO HOST 37TH ANNUAL POOSEY CONSERVATION AREA FALL TOUR ON SUNDAY
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will welcome visitors to the 37th annual fall driving tour at the Poosey Conservation Area from noon until 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15. The driving tour gives visitors a chance to enjoy fall color while touring on gravel service roads that are not normally open to public vehicle traffic. Visitors can drive uphill and down on winding lanes through forest and woodlands. MDC will provide a tour brochure at the entrance that point out nature interpretive stops along the route.
The tour route has some steep grades in places and a few creek crossings. A vehicle (or other mode of transport) with high clearance is recommended. Each year the tour draws families and community groups riding on trailers or on wagons drawn by pickups or horses. Couples in horse-drawn buggies are common, as are riders of all ages on horseback. Cars, pickup trucks, and the occasional bicyclist also traverse the tour.
Visitors can count on a slow driving pace, all the better to enjoy the fall foliage. The interpretive stops along the route showcase conservation practices such as timber stand improvement and native warm season grassland. At a midway point, visitors will find exhibits on nature, conservation, and the Poosey area history. They can visit with MDC staff about conservation issues. A popular stopping point is where a short trail leads to a limestone outcrop called the Panther’s Den.
For tour information, contact MDC Forester Samantha Anderson, 660-646-6122. Maps and information about Poosey Conservation Area are at https://short.mdc.mo.gov/ZFd.
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October 12, 2023
DRIVER HURT IN
58 year old Curtis Gabris of
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident that occurred at 10am Tuesday in
NEW
Wood Hat Spirits of New Florence took top honors with their Queens Reserve at the Heartland Whiskey Competition held in
The day-long competition, supervised by the American Craft Spirits Association, required judges to evaluate each spirit within its appropriate category (bourbon, corn whiskey, etc.). Top state medals were awarded to those achieving the highest scores in their respective states, regardless of category.
The competition was limited to spirits that use corn as an ingredient in the distillation process. Through entering, competing, and medaling, craft distilleries earn awards that allow them to better market their products. The 2023 competition also introduced a new category: Top Farmer-Distiller. This award is given to the highest-scoring product among all entries produced by a distillery whose owner actively farms. More than 30 percent of all 2023 entries were from farmer-distillers.
On average, it takes approximately three pounds of corn to make one bottle of spirits. At 56 pounds in a bushel, local distilleries can produce roughly 18 bottles of spirits for each bushel of corn. A complete list of winners and sponsoring corn states can be found on the ACSA website.
NRCS
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in
The RCPP projects and associated counties are:
* Program Restoring & Improving Monarch Ecosystems (PRIME) (Andrew, Atchison, Benton, Buchanan, Caldwell, Carroll, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Henry, Holt, Jackson, Johnson, Lafayette, Livingston, Mercer, Nodaway, Pettis, Platte, Ray, Saline and Worth counties):
This project aims to increase monarch and pollinator habitat in Northwest Missouri through land management practices, with an emphasis on prescribed burning and short-term land rental payments. PRIME will target lands currently enrolled in and expiring from Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), enhancing monarch habitat by maintaining and restoring diverse native plant communities. Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are the lead partners on this project.
* Precision Farm Data & Strategic Buffer Project (Chariton,
This project focuses on utilizing on-farm yield data to identify non-profitable or marginal cropland acres to strategically establish field borders, pollinator habitat, wetlands and more to maximize profitability while improving water quality and wildlife habitat. The Missouri Department of Conservation is the lead partner on this project.
* Missouri Targeted Conservation (portions of Audrain, Bates, Boone, Bollinger, Caldwell, Callaway, Cape Girardeau, Carroll, Chariton, Clinton, Cole, Cooper, Daviess, DeKalb, Dunklin, Gasconade, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Howard, Jefferson, Johnson, Lafayette, Livingston, Macon, Mercer, Miller, Moniteau, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, New Madrid, Osage, Pemiscot, Pettis, Randolph, Ray, Saline, Scott, Shelby, St. Francois, St. Louis, Ste. Genevieve, Stoddard, Vernon and Worth counties):
This project aims to identify areas within a watershed where identified conservation practices can achieve the most economically efficient loss reductions for sediment, nutrients and pathogens into waterways. The Blackwater, Cahokia-Joachim, South Fork Salt, Little Osage, Thompson, Upper Grand, Little River Ditches and Lower Missouri-Moreau watersheds have been identified as the
* East Locust Creek Source Water Protection Project (Sullivan & Putnam counties):
This project aims to prevent nonpoint source runoff from entering the East Locust Creek Reservoir (ELCR). The North Central Missouri Regional Water Commission is the lead partner on this project.
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MAN KILLED IN CALLAWAY
A Mokane man was killed in an accident that occurred at 8pm Monday in
MODOT HOSTING HIRING EVENT IN
The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking individuals who are interested in a career to “come for the snow, stay for the mow” and keep
MoDOT is hosting a hiring event from 10am to 7pm on Wednesday at
This event will provide applicants an opportunity for an accelerated hiring process, including on-site interviews, conditional job offers; followed by drug testing and initiating the criminal background checks. Work Simulation exams and physicals will be scheduled at a later date. For details and to learn more about these career opportunities, visit modot.org/opportunities-maintenance.
HUNTERS TAKE 16,575 DEER DURING NEW FIREARMS EARLY ANTLERNESS PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that hunters harvested 16,575 deer during the state’s new firearms early antlerless portion of deer season, Oct. 6-8. The top-three harvest counties were
Deer hunting in
Firearms Early Youth Portion: Oct. 28-29
Firearms November Portion: Nov. 11-21
New! Firearms CWD Portion: Nov. 22-26 (in open counties)
Firearms Late Youth Portion: Nov. 24-26
Firearms Late Antlerless Portion: Dec. 2-10 (in open counties)
Firearms Alternative Methods Portion: Dec. 23 - Jan. 2, 2024
Get more information on deer hunting from MDC’s 2023 Fall Deer & Turkey Regulations and Information booklet, available where permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer.
MODOT ANNOUNCES PREQUALIFIED TEAMS FOR FIRST IMPROVE I-70 PROJECT
The Missouri Department of Transportation has received Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from teams interested in competing for the contract to design and construct the first project of MoDOT’s statewide Improve I-70 Program. Improve I-70: Columbia to Kingdom City will improve the 20-mile stretch of Interstate 70 between U.S. 63 and U.S. 54 and is one of several projects which will widen the I-70 corridor across the state.
Missouri’s FY2024 budget from the General Assembly signed into law by Governor Parson provides $2.8 billion in General Revenue for the costs to build a third lane of Interstate 70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add three lanes in each direction on approximately 200 miles of I-70, from
The pre-qualified teams are as follows:
I-70 Constructors: Emery Sapp & Sons and Capital Paving and Construction – Joint Venture.
Parsons.
Millstone Weber.
Lunda and Jacobs.
There are still opportunities for additional consultants and subcontracting firms to be added to each team.
Design-Build is a project delivery method that combines both the design and construction phases into one contract. The selected contract team completes the design and construction in parallel instead of in succession, which saves time and resources. MoDOT has established the following design-build goals for the
Deliver the project by December 31, 2027, within the program budget of $405 million.
Provide a third lane of travel for eastbound and westbound Interstate 70 from
Improve I-70/US 63 and I-70/US 54 Interchanges providing for better traffic flow and movement of freight.
Improve the interstate while modernizing the existing pavement and bridges.
Minimize construction impacts through communication and construction staging while maintaining safety and mobility.
Provide expanded employment opportunities to a diverse workforce.
MoDOT will issue the Request for Proposal in October 2023. The department will continue to work through the procurement process through the end of the year. The teams will submit their proposal for the potential selection of the winning proposal in approximately February 2024, and construction could start as early as summer 2024.
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WOMAN INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
23 year old Douglas Evert of Union was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
MACON
The Macon County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find a fugitive who is considered armed and dangerous. According to KTVO the sheriff’s office is looking for 42 year old Nathaniel Fisher of
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK IS THIS WEEK
Across the
Here are some tips in preventing kitchen fires:
Always keep an oven mitt and pan lid nearby when you’re cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan to smother the flame. Turn off the burner, and leave the pan covered until it is completely cool.
Keep your cooking area clean. Do not let grease build up on the range top, toaster oven or in the oven.
Keep anything that can catch fire away from the stovetop.
Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove. This helps prevent spills that can start fires.
Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.
If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
You have to be alert when cooking. You won’t be alert if you are sleepy, have taken medicine or drugs, or consumed alcohol that makes you drowsy.
According to U.S. Fire Administration estimates, in 2021 in the
As a reminder, the end of Daylight Saving Time at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, when clocks are adjusted to “fall back” an hour, can serve as an easy reminder to change smoke and CO alarm batteries once a year. Remember, when you change the time, change the batteries. Always have properly installed and maintained smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
More tips on a variety of fire safety topics are available on the Division of Fire Safety website at: https://dfs.dps.mo.gov/safetytips/.
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COOLER NIGHTS BRING INCREASED WILD ANIMAL MOVEMENT
Fall has arrived, and that means more wild animals, especially deer, are on the move as cooler temperatures begin to settle in and nights become longer. The Missouri Department of Transportation reminds motorists to be prepared for the sudden appearance of wild animals on
In 2022,
Drivers should never swerve to avoid animals in the road, as it can cause loss of control of their vehicles, resulting in serious injury or death. To avoid hitting a deer, always be cautious and regularly scan both sides of the roadway.
CHANGE IN COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE TESTING PROCEDURE
The Missouri State Highway Patrol and Missouri Department of Revenue wish to inform potential future Commercial Driver License (CDL) applicants of an upcoming change in CDL testing procedure. The new modernized testing standard being adopted by Missouri will begin on December 4, 2023 and will be utilized by all CDL examiners in the state, including at all Patrol examination sites and all third-party examination sites. The changes in testing procedure include a more streamlined pre-trip examination and more efficient basic skills course.
Those wishing to train for taking their CDL skills tests on December 4 or later should utilize the following CDL manual for applicable procedures. New Manual
Current testing procedures will remain in effect statewide until December 1. The current CDL manual can be found here. Current Manual
It is important to note, per federal guidelines, applicants must pass the pre-trip and basic skills using the same testing model, meaning if an applicant passes the old model pre-trip, they must pass the old model basic skills test to be eligible for the road test. They encourage training schools and applicants to consider this when making plans for testing. For more information, please visit: https://dor.mo.gov/
OFFICE OF BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT NEWS
The Department of Economic Development’s Office of Broadband Development has announced support for Missouri ACP Act Now, an initiative led by national nonprofit EducationSuperHighway (ESH). Missouri ACP Act Now aims to increase awareness of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a long-term federal benefit that helps eligible households pay for high-speed internet.
“As we continue to expand broadband access in our state, the Affordable Connectivity Program is another resource available for
The ACP is a $14.2 billion federal broadband benefit funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) that provides eligible households with a monthly discount of up to $30 per month or up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. The program can also provide a one-time $100 discount toward a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. More than 1 million Missourians are eligible for the ACP, while just 33 percent of those eligible have enrolled.
The Missouri ACP Act Now initiative unites a broad coalition of partner cities and counties, community-based organizations, and trusted institutions in partnership with ESH as it works to close the broadband affordability gap.
The coalition of partners will have access to resources to help them overcome the complex awareness, trust, and enrollment barriers that prevent households in the most under-resourced communities from enrolling. Resources include email marketing templates, social media campaigns, and a pre-enrollment tool, which is available at GetACP.org/Missouri. Community leaders can use these resources to promote the ACP and help eligible families enroll.
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TWO INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A woman and a man from
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
55 year old Kevin Todd of Kahoka was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident Tuesday night in
DRIVER HURT IN TRACTOR TRAILER MISHAP
A driver was hurt in a tractor trailer mishap Tuesday evening in
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GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF SECOND ROUND OF NEW SCHOOL SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson announced a total of 566 school districts, charter schools, and nonpublic schools have received grant funds from the second round of funding for the School Safety Grant Program.
He approved an additional $50 million to expand the School Safety Reimbursement Grant Program in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The grant program aims to support school safety improvements, including physical security upgrades and associated technology (e.g., door locks, monitoring systems), epinephrine auto-injectors, and automatic external defibrillators. This second round of funding was also available to nonpublic schools. An additional 169 school districts and charter schools received $20 million in funding during the first round of grants from the Fiscal Year 2023 budget.
Schools applied to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) through a competitive grant application process. The maximum grant amount awarded was $300,000. See grant award totals here on DESE’s website.
PSC SETS INTERVENTION DEADLINE IN EVERGY
Evergy Missouri West, Inc. d/b/a Evergy Missouri West has filed an application with the Missouri Public Service Commission seeking to adjust its renewable energy standard rate adjustment mechanism (RESRAM) charge that appears on the monthly electric bills of Evergy Missouri West customers. The charge appears as a separate item on the monthly electric bill. The RESRAM charge is designed to recover costs associated with
Applications to intervene and participate in this case must be filed no later than October 13 with the Secretary of the Missouri Public Service Commission,
Individual citizens wishing to comment should contact either the Office of the Public Counsel (
pscinfo@psc.mo.gov). The Office of the Public Counsel is a separate state agency that represents the general public in matters before the Commission.
Evergy Missouri West provides electric service to approximately 336,640 customers in Andrew, Atchison, Barton, Bates, Benton, Buchanan, Carroll, Cass, Cedar, Clay, Clinton, Dade, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Henry, Holt, Jackson, Johnson, Lafayette, Livingston, Mercer, Nodaway, Pettis, Platte, Ray, St. Clair,
MODOT HOSTING HIRING EVENT IN WARRENTON
The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking individuals who are interested in a career to “come for the snow, stay for the mow” and keep
MoDOT is hosting a hiring event from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, Oct. 7, at 800 Boonslick in Warrenton, with the opportunity for year-round employment including mowing, striping and other maintenance functions. The event will focus on hiring multiple full-time maintenance workers for Warrenton,
This event will provide applicants an opportunity for an accelerated hiring process, including on-site interviews, conditional job offers; followed by drug testing and initiating the criminal background checks. Work Simulation exams and physicals will be scheduled at a later date. For details and to learn more about these career opportunities, visit modot.org/opportunities-maintenance.
Full-time maintenance employees receive training and a long list of benefits including paid leave, medical, vision and dental insurance, a retirement plan, and a culturally diverse workplace that is dedicated to safety and personal development. Applicants need to be at least 18 years old and successfully complete a criminal background check (a misdemeanor or felony conviction is not an automatic restriction to employment). It’s preferable for applicants to have a CDL permit, but assistance and training is available to help new employees achieve their CDL.
The starting salary for maintenance workers is $19.08 per hour. This position is also eligible for an additional $3 to $6 per hour when working winter/emergency operations activities.
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THREE INJURED IN
Three people were injured in an accident that occurred at 1:55pm Sunday in
MOTORCYCLIST KILLED IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A motorcyclist was killed in a Sunday afternoon incident in
PIVOT BIO TO EXPAND IN HAZELWOOD, INVESTING MORE THAN $20 MILLION AND CREATING 41 NEW JOBS
Pivot Bio, a cutting-edge leader in ag-tech, recently announced that it will expand in Hazelwood, investing more than $20 million and creating 41 new jobs. The sustainable agriculture company’s expansion includes the establishment of an approximately 47,000-square-foot facility that will increase its capabilities for research, testing, and development of product applications.
Pivot Bio is driven by a commitment to make farming more productive and sustainable. Faced with rising pressure on natural resources and a growing population to feed, growers want nitrogen that is reliable, predictable, and better for the environment. Pivot Bio’s technology meets the demands for nitrogen consistency and dependability by enabling microbes to adhere and remain on the roots of the plant throughout the growing season, delivering nitrogen to the crop with nearly 100 percent efficiency.
Today, Pivot Bio has made microbial production of nitrogen, a discovery long sought after by scientists, commercially available for the first time. To support its continued growth, the company’s new Hazelwood location will focus on the development, production, and manufacturing of its latest product and agriculture’s first-ever on-seed nitrogen technology. Pivot Bio’s proprietary tech platform is primarily focused on cereal crops.
GOVERNOR PARSON TO EMBARK ON TRADE
From October 7 - 12, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to
Consistent with Governor Parson’s infrastructure and economic development priorities, the goal of the Trade Mission is to build relationships with key international figures to promote
The Trade Mission will include stops in
Meetings are scheduled with company representatives that have existing relationships in
The $455 million in goods exported to
Governor Parson will take part in meetings with executives of several leading companies, including
Governor Parson will also participate in discussions with key Japanese business organizations, including the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), meet with U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel, and take part in an agri-business dinner.
The Trade Mission is funded by the Hawthorn Foundation, a
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MEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
Six men were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 7:55pm Saturday in
FOUR HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Four people were hurt in a Saturday afternoon crash in
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route FF – October 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 947 to CR 945 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – October 3, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 935 to CR 931 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – October 5, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 917 to
U.S. Route 54 (Eastbound) – October 10, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route BB and U.S. Route 54 roundabout to CR 408 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 54 (Westbound) – October 11-12, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route BB and U.S. Route 54 roundabout to CR 408 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily.
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – October 4-5, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Sugar Creek to CR 315 between 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 4 and 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 5.
U.S. Route 61 (Northbound) – October 5-6, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route F to Honey Creek between 7:00 a.m. on Thursday October 5 and 7:00 a.m. on Friday October 6.
Route A (Eastbound) – October 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement from Route A at
Route A (Eastbound) – October 12-13, CLOSED for culvert replacement from Route A at
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – October 2, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations between Mile Markers 180.6 and 181.6 between 12:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working daily.
Route TT – October 2-3, CLOSED, for culvert replacement from U.S. Route 36 to Route DD between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route DD – October 4, CLOSED, for culvert replacement from Missouri Route 151 to Route TT between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route DD – October 5, CLOSED, for culvert replacement from Route TT to Route A between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route A – October 10-11, CLOSED, for culvert replacement from Route DD to Route J between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route A/Route B – October 1-4, continuous LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from just before to just after the bridge over I-70 between 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 1 and 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 4. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – October 2-3, LANE RESTRICTIONS for bridge maintenance from mile marker 187.8 to mile marker 188.2 between 8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 2 and 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 3. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Interstate 70 (Westbound) – October 3-4, LANE RESTRICTIONS for bridge maintenance from mile marker 188.2 to mile marker 187.8 between 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3 and 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 4. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route U – October 4, CLOSED for patching operations from
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TEEN HURT IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Gravois Mills teen was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CARROLL
A Hale woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 11pm Tuesday in
NECAC TO TAKE APPLICATIONS FOR UTILITY ASSISTANCE
A local agency has a remedy for rising utility costs. Starting Sunday October 1st, the North East Community Action Corporation will take applications for energy assistance from the elderly and disabled in 12
NECAC assisted about 9,600 households with utility assistance last year, and expects the number to increase this winter due to inflation and escalating costs. Two types of programs are available, with maximum benefits of 153 dollars to 800 dollars depending upon the type of heating source.
To receive help, you must qualify by income. The monthly income limit for a one-person household is $2,535. For a four-person residence, it’s $4,875. Additional amounts are available upon request.
To find out more, call your
MDC CONFIRMS 117TH CONFIRMED MOUNTAIN LION SIGHTING IN
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) confirms that an adult elk was killed by a mountain lion in
Reports of a mountain lion sighting were sent to MDC staff early on Sept. 12, and members of MDC’s Large Carnivore Response Team responded to the area later that same day to confirm the sighting. Trail camera images were used to confirm that a mountain lion was in the area and had returned to the elk carcass to feed.
Mountain lions are known to travel through
MDC continues to monitor confirmed mountain lion sightings in the state, and this sighting marks the 117th confirmed sighting since 1994. Suspected mountain lion sightings can be reported to MDC by emailing photos, video, or physical evidence to mountain.lion@mdc.mo.gov. More information about mountain lions in
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On Sunday, September 24 at approximately 11:05pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 900 block of Emmons in reference to a report of a gunshot and then a vehicle leaving the area. Investigation indicated that a 39-year-old
HIGHWAY 36 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The Missouri Highway 36 Heritage Alliance Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday in
Some things to know before the meeting:
No pre-registration is necessary
There is no cost to attend
Bring brochures to share with your neighbors
A limited number of new Highway 36 guides will be available
Come prepared to tell them what's new in your community
Program highlights for the meeting include:
Organizational updates and plans
Hwy 36 Promotional Video Debut
How to work with Missouri Humanities Council
An update from the Missouri Division of Tourism
A how to for regional partnerships
Opportunities for ideas, questions and answers
All members are encouraged to attend. Guests are also welcome.
MOBERLY LICENSE OFFICE CONTRACT UP FOR BID
The Missouri Department of Revenue is announcing the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) of the license office in Moberly located at
For a list of bid opportunities and bid response instructions, please visit
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THREE WOMEN INJURED IN BOONE
Three Hallsville women were injured in an accident that occurred at 4:40pm Monday in
MISSOURI TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION UNVEILS STRATEGIC IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR FY 2024
The Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) announced Tuesday that it has released its Strategic Implementation Plan for Fiscal Year 2024. This comprehensive plan outlines MTC's commitment to catalyzing innovation and entrepreneurship in the state of
Increased funding for MTC will allow for continued financial support through core programs, such as the Missouri Building Entrepreneurial Capacity (MOBEC) Grant Program and the Innovation, Development, and Entrepreneurship Advancement (IDEA) Fund Co-Investment Program. Additionally, programs piloted in Fiscal Year 2023, such as the Physical Infrastructure Grant Program, will be expanded to further fuel economic development throughout the fiscal year.
MTC, a public-private partnership established by the Missouri General Assembly, receives direct appropriations from the state budget and access to federally funded programs. This funding enables strategic investments in Missouri-based high-tech companies that support their growth and the overall economic prosperity of the state.
For more information about MTC and its Strategic Implementation Plan for Fiscal Year 2024, visit missouritechnology.com.
MDC ASKS
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is seeking input from turkey hunters on possible changes to spring and fall wild turkey hunting seasons, including all-day spring hunting and reduced harvest limits for fall seasons.
According to MDC,
MDC encourages turkey hunters to go online to mdc.mo.gov/turkey-regs for more information on potential regulation changes and to provide comment. The comment period closes Oct. 6. The webpage also has information on the history and structure of
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
60 year old Paul Declue of Gray Summit, MO was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 11:20am Monday in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING WRECK
Two people were injured, one seriously in a one-vehicle wreck early Monday morning in
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES TWO JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS
Last Friday, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District and the 16th Judicial Circuit.
The Honorable Michael S. Wright, of Warrenton, was appointed to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District.
Judge Wright currently serves as an associate circuit judge in
The Honorable Jessica Agnelly Krawczyk, of
Judge Agnelly Krawczyk serves as an associate circuit judge in
NATURAL GAS RATES TO CHANGE FOR
Natural gas rates for Liberty Utilities (Midstates Natural Gas) Corp. d/b/a Liberty Utilities customers will change under a filing that will take effect on October 1, 2023. The rate change reflects the Weather Normalization Adjustment Rider (WNAR) which authorizes rate adjustments based on weather variations. The purpose of the tariff is to adjust revenues for differences between actual heating degree days and normal heating degree days. Under the Liberty Utilities filing, a residential customer using 100 Ccf’s (10,000 cubic feet) of natural gas in a given billing month will see an increase of approximately $3.05 a month in Liberty Utilities’ Northeast and West Districts. Natural gas rates will increase by approximately $2.39 a month for a residential customer using approximately 100 Ccf’s of natural gas in a given billing month in Liberty Utilities’ Southeast District. Liberty Utilities serves approximately 52,500 natural gas customers in
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES GOVERNOR PARSON’S REQUEST FOR MAJOR DISASTER DECLARATION
Last Week, Governor Mike Parson announced that President Joe Biden has approved his request for a major disaster declaration to help local governments and nonprofit agencies in 33 counties in response to multiple severe weather systems that impacted
The declaration makes federal public assistance available for the repair of damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure as well as reimbursement of associated emergency response and recovery costs. The Governor’s September 5 request included more than $14 million in qualifying expenses that had already been identified.
The following counties are included in the President’s disaster declaration: Adair, Barry, Barton, Bates, Benton, Bollinger, Camden, Christian, Clark, Crawford, Dade, Gentry, Greene, Grundy, Henry, Iron, Knox, Madison, Maries, Mississippi, Morgan, New Madrid, Ozark, Perry, Scotland, Scott, Shelby, St. Clair, Ste. Genevieve, Taney, Vernon, Wayne, and Worth.
The disaster declaration also makes assistance available statewide through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Program, which assists with cost-effective measures to reduce the potential for future damage to public infrastructure as a result of natural disasters.
Individuals with unmet needs should contact United Way 211. Call 2-1-1 for assistance or visit http://211helps.org. For additional resources and information about disaster recovery in
On Thursday, September 21 at approximately 10:38AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 600 block of W Boulevard in reference to someone driving an off-road vehicle on the area residential side streets. By the time officers arrived in the area around 10:45AM, the vehicle had crashed. Responding personnel learned that a 17-year-old female had been driving the off-road vehicle on the streets for recreational purposes. She failed to maintain control of the vehicle and it rolled over. Both the driver and a 17-year-old female passenger were thrown from the vehicle. The passenger was taken for medical treatment by a family member. Her injuries were treated and she was released. The driver did not require medical treatment.
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route B – September 25 – 28, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route K to Missouri Route 6 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route FF – September 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 957 to CR 951 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – September 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 957 to CR 951 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – September 27 - 28, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 951 to CR 947 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – October 4 - 5, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Sugar Creek to CR 315 between 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 4 and 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 5.
U.S. Route 61 (Northbound) – October 5 - 6, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route F to Honey Creek between 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 5 and 7:00 a.m. on Friday, October 6.
U.S. Route 36 (Eastbound) – September 25 - 26, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 0.5 mile East to 1 mile West of Fireworks Avenue between 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 25 and 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 36 (Eastbound) – September 26, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 0.5 mile East to 1 mile West of Fireworks Avenue between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 63 (Northbound) – September 27 - 28, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Karma Street to Route Y between 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27 and 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 28. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route K – September 25 – 28, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance operations 0.5 mile before and after bridge over
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – October 2, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from mile marker 180.6 to mile marker 181.6 between 12:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route A/Route B – October 1 – 4, continuous LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from just before to just after the bridge over I-70 between 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 1 and 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 4. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – October 2 – 3, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from mile marker 187.8 to mile marker 188.2 between 8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 2 and 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 3. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Interstate 70 (Westbound) – October 3 – 4, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from mile marker 188.2 to mile marker 187.8 between 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3 and 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 4. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
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MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
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MDC ASKS DEER HUNTERS TO SHARE THE HARVEST AND FOLLOW CWD REGULATIONS
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages deer hunters to share their harvests to help feed hungry Missourians. MDC also reminds deer hunters to have their deer tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD) and follow related regulations.
Share the Harvest
MDC encourages deer hunters to share their harvests by donating surplus venison to the Share the Harvest program to help feed hungry Missourians. The donated deer meat goes to local food banks and food pantries to help feed hungry Missourians all around the state. To get Share the Harvest venison, contact local food banks or food pantries.
Donating is easy. Simply take harvested deer to an approved meat processor and let the processor know how much venison to donate. Meat-processing fees are covered entirely or in part by numerous local sponsors, along with statewide sponsors.
The program is administered by the Conservation Federation of Missouri and MDC and has provided nearly 5 million pounds of lean, healthy venison to help feed hungry Missourians since it was started in 1992.
For more information on Share the Harvest, visit MDC online at mdc.mo.gov/share.
Follow CWD Regulations
CWD is a deadly, infectious disease in deer and other members of the deer family (cervids) that eventually kills all animals it infects. There is no vaccine or cure. CWD is in
MDC’s CWD Management Zone consists of counties where or near where CWD has been found. MDC has included 14 new counties as part of the CWD Management Zone this year: Bollinger,
As with all counties in the CWD Management Zone, grain, salt products, minerals, and other consumable products used to attract deer are prohibited year-round. Hunters must also follow carcass transportation regulations. The antler-point restriction has also been removed from Caldwell, Carroll, Clinton, Grundy, Livingston, Montgomery, Ray, and Schuyler counties.
Learn more about CWD and related regulations and restrictions online at mdc.mo.gov/cwd.
CWD Sampling and Testing All Season
As part of its efforts to find cases of CWD early and help slow its spread, MDC is again offering free voluntary CWD sampling and testing of harvested deer during the entire deer season at select locations throughout the state, including some MDC offices and participating taxidermists and meat processors.
MDC also offers self-service freezer drop-off locations within the CWD Management Zone for hunters to deposit harvested deer heads to have tested for CWD. Instructions, packing supplies, and information tags are available at the sites. Get more information on voluntary sampling and drop-off locations online at mdc.mo.gov/cwd.
Hunters can get their CWD test results for free online at mdc.mo.gov/cwdResults. Results are usually available within four weeks or less from the time of sampling.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE ENCOURAGES EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DURING SEPTEMBER
National Preparedness Month raises awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies each September. This year, the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) continues to focus on consumer awareness and education by partnering with the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to encourage emergency preparedness.
A planned discussion during dinner or over the weekend is a great way to review your family emergency plan. Ready.gov has an emergency guide template and other resources available to help initiate the conversation. Part of this plan should include:
Determining where you and your family will shelter based on the threat you are experiencing. During a tornado, this may be your basement or a community storm shelter. Still it may be underneath your kitchen table during an earthquake. Make sure everyone in your family knows where to go by practicing for each scenario. Information can be found on
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FATALITY ACCIDENT IN
A man was killed in an accident that occurred at 6:20pm Tuesday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT CRASH
60 year old Dale Geeding of
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON MISHAP
A Troy woman was injured in a Tuesday afternoon mishap in
MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
A motorcyclist was injured in an incident Monday night in
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MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 9:50am Monday in
NEW MO 19 & I-70 INTERCHANGE COMPLETED AT NEW
Over two months ahead of schedule, the bridge replacement and interchange project located on Missouri Route 19 and Interstate 70 fully opened to traffic Monday, September 18, upon completion of the north roundabout.
Contractor crews with Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. have worked diligently throughout the course of the project to be able to deliver the project early. Drivers will experience intermittent short-term lane closures on Missouri Route 19, the
The final stage of work will include demolition of the old bridge on MO 19 over I-70, currently scheduled for the evening of October 22. This will require all I-70 traffic to be rerouted over the on/off ramps at this location for up to 24 hours. In case of inclement weather, this work could be rescheduled to the evening of October 29.
In preparation of the bridge demolition, I-70 will be restricted to one-lane the week of October 17 from 7 PM to 6 AM. Additional details will be distributed before this work occurs.
FORMER MISSOURI DOCTOR SENTENCED TO 22 MONTHS IN PRISON FOR DEFRAUDING MEDICARE, MEDICAID
Last Thursday a Moberly doctor was sentenced to 22 months in prison for falsely using his father’s name to bill Medicare and Medicaid for medical services.
42 year old Justin G. LaMonda was also ordered to repay $537,332.
His crimes originated after the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts suspended his medical license for 30 days in 2017 after he was accused of engaging in sexual activity with his office manager and prescribing her controlled substances “without sufficient examination and outside of the usual course of professional practice,” LaMonda’s plea agreement says.
LaMonda “flagrantly violated” the revocation of his Medicare and Medicaid billing privileges by fraudulently billing those programs, Assistant U.S. Attorney Amy Sestric wrote in a sentencing memorandum.
LaMonda pleaded guilty in March to two counts of making false statements related to health care matters. His medical license has been revoked. LaMonda’s father, Dr. Gary LaMonda, died in September 2021.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General, the FBI and the
MAN ARRESTED FOR STATUTORY RAPE AND CHILD MOLESTATION
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of 25 year old Logan M. Johnson of Moberly. Johnson was arrested on September 15 following an investigation by the Troop B Criminal Unit of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control. The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the investigation.
On September 14 the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control received a request from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office to investigate allegations of sexual misconduct involving Logan M. Johnson. On September 15 results of the investigation led investigators to arrest Johnson, who was transported to the Randolph County Jail where he was held, pending the filing of formal charges. On September 15 the Randolph County Prosecuting Attorney formally charged Johnson with three counts of statutory sodomy, one count of statutory rape, five counts of child molestation, and one count of tampering with a witness. Johnson is currently being held in the Randolph County Jail on a $50,000 cash only bond.
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On Wednesday, September 13 at approximately 3:08PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the area of W Boulevard and Dogwood in reference to a juvenile that had been hit by a vehicle. Responding personnel found that a 9-year-old female was walking home from school when she crossed the road in front of a truck being driven westbound by 33 year old Christina Karkut of
Pedestrians and drivers are reminded to watch out for each other, especially just before and after school. Crosswalks should be used when possible and school zone speed limits should be obeyed.
MDHEWD AWARDED $5 MILLION GRANT TO
A $5 million grant awarded to the Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development (MDHEWD) will help Missourians get high-quality jobs in growing industries. The U.S. Department of Labor announced recently that MDHEWD will receive $5 million in the form of a Quality Jobs, Equity, Strategy and Training (QUEST) Disaster Recovery Dislocated Worker Grant.
They will work directly with higher education institutions across the state to provide students with necessary wraparound services to remove barriers they may be facing that might otherwise cause them not to complete their training. Wraparound services may include assistance with child care, transportation, housing, or other supportive services to address barriers. Training services may include tuition assistance, on-the-job training, and registered apprenticeships.
The grant will support unemployed and underemployed Missourians to access, return to, or advance in high-quality jobs in infrastructure, environment and climate, the care economy, and other critical and growing industries.
NEARLY 350,000 ENJOY
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson and Missouri State Fair Director Mark Wolfe announced that nearly 350,000 visitors attended the annual State Fair in
Special events and exhibits celebrated the 2023 Fair theme Where Traditions Grow. Statistics from fairgoer surveys consistently show that one of the top reasons guests attend the Fair is because it is a tradition for their family.
The agriculture showcase, family-friendly attractions and shows, fair food and drink, shopping, and camping also ranked high in the list of why fairgoers came to the Fair in 2023. Concerts were also an important part of the fairgoer experience this year, with the sold-out Lainey Wilson show and nearly sold-out Nelly concert coming in as the most popular.
The carnival midway was a popular destination for Fair guests, recording its second highest year for revenue with the first Saturday, Monday, and Tuesday coming in as the biggest days on record.
Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn announced that entry numbers were also encouraging with more than 25,500 livestock and competitive entries shown at the State Fair in 2023. Notable increases in livestock entries shown included 37 percent for dairy cattle and 30 percent for rabbits.
The 2024 Fair will be held Aug. 8-18 in
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DRIVER HURT IN
64 year old David Taylor of Labadie was hurt in a motorcycle wreck Friday afternoon in
BOY HURT IN ATV CRASH SATURDAY AFTERNOON
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route FF – September 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route FF – September 19 - 20, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 989 to CR 977 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route FF – September 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 957 to CR 951 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – September 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 957 to CR 951 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – September 27 - 28, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 951 to CR 947 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – September 18 - 19, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from U.S. Route 63 to Long Branch Lake Road between 7:00 a.m. on Monday, September 18 and 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 19. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – September 19 - 20, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 0.5 mile East and West of Route C and Route O at Bevier between 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 19 and 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – September 20 - 21, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 0.5 mile East and West of Route C and Route O at Bevier between 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20 and 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 21. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 36 (Eastbound) – September 25 - 26, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 0.5 mile East to 1 mile West of Fireworks Avenue between 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 25 and 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 36 (Eastbound) – September 26, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 0.5 mile East to 1 mile West of Fireworks Avenue between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 63 (Northbound) – September 27 - 28, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Karma Street to Route Y between 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27 and 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 28. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route K – September 25 – 28, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance operations 0.5 mile before and after bridge over
Missouri Route 79 – September 18, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route B to CR 120 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Route C – September 18 - 21, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from start to end of bridge over U.S. Route 24 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
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JOBS REPORT FOR AUGUST 2023
MSHP INVITES JOB SEEKERS TO CAREER EXPO
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, invites those interested in exploring employment with the agency to attend a career expo set for Thursday Sept. 21 from 10am to 6pm at the
Representatives from the following units will be available to answer questions about employment opportunities:
Aircraft Division
Bomb Squad
Budget & Procurement Division
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division
Communications Division
Crime Laboratory Division
Criminal Justice Information Services Division
Dive Team
Driver & Vehicle Safety Division
Fleet & Facilities Division
Gaming Division
Human Resources Division
Missouri Information Analysis Center
Recruiting & Community Outreach Division
Water Patrol Division
The Missouri State Highway Patrol offers an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement and savings (MoDOT & Patrol Employees' Retirement System (MPERS), deferred compensation, and cafeteria plan); leave (vacation, sick, 13 paid holidays, and more); and flexible work schedules. Some positions also offer a teleworking option.
For more information contact: Lieutenant Alex Vivas, Recruiting and Community Outreach Division, at (573) 751-9901 x1053, or Trooper Robert "Mike" Malone, Recruiting and Community Outreach Division, at (573) 508-9804.
Staying connected with family and friends, seeking emergency and government services as well as community resources is essential. The Lifeline Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program can help eligible low-income customers access broadband and phone services. The Missouri Public Service Commission helps the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) administer the Lifeline program and joins a national effort in observing National Digital Connectivity and Lifeline Awareness Week September 11-17, 2023.
Funding for the Lifeline Program is primarily from the federal Universal Service Fund, but additional funding may also be provided by the Missouri Universal Service Fund.
The ACP discount and Lifeline discount is limited to one per household but a household qualifying for the ACP and Lifeline programs can receive both discounts. In such instances, the household will need to separately apply to both programs. Not all companies participate in the Lifeline and ACP programs. Please contact your local voice provider and/or internet provider to see if they participate. For more information, visit www.lifelinesupport.org for the Lifeline program and www.Getinternet.gov for the ACP program.
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DRIVER INJURED IN
20 year old Christian Mike Mariano of Union was injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 7am Tuesday in
THREE INJURED, TWO SERIOUSLY IN TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Three people were injured, two seriously in a Tuesday morning accident in
MSHP: STAY ALERT DURING HARVEST SEASON
In 2022, there were 177
Whether you’re driving a vehicle or operating farm machinery, you must pay attention to the roadway, other drivers, and traffic signs. Distracted drivers are dangerous drivers. Please remain vigilant!
Farmers
* Make sure your farm equipment is properly marked with lights and a “slow-moving vehicle” emblem when you travel on the roadway.
*If traffic accumulates behind you on the road where it is difficult to make a safe pass, pull off onto the side of the road in a level area, so vehicles can pass.
*Always drive as far to the right as possible.
*It's harder to see you at dawn or dusk, so please don't travel on the road during those times if possible.
* Often, all-terrain vehicles are used for agricultural purposes. ATVs being used for farming can only travel on highways during daylight hours and must be equipped with lights, a bicycle flag, and a "slow-moving vehicle" emblem. The law requires anyone under the age of 18 to wear a safety helmet when operating an ATV; the Patrol, however, recommends operators wear a safety helmet regardless of age.
Remember:
Drivers:
* Stay alert for slow moving farm equipment.
* When you drive up behind a tractor or other farm machinery, please slow down and be patient.
* Wait to pass until you have a clear view of the road ahead and there is no oncoming traffic. Never pass on a hill or curve.
* Collisions commonly occur when a motorist tries to pass a left-turning farm vehicle. A tractor that appears to be pulling to the right side of the road to let motorists pass, may be preparing to make a wide left turn. Watch the farmer’s hand and light signals closely.
* It's important that you pay close attention to farm equipment entering and leaving the highway from side roads and driveways. Special attention must be paid when traveling at dawn or dusk when the sun makes it difficult for drivers to see.
Traffic safety is everyone's responsibility. It's that simple.
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A St. Clair teen was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 6pm Sunday in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN BOONE
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Sunday afternoon crash in
TWO INJURED IN ATV MISHAP
Two people from Linn were injured in an ATV mishap Sunday afternoon in
COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS IN
During its regular meeting on Thursday September 7, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for corridor improvements/turn lane, a bridge replacement, a slide repair and pavement replacement, and multiple resurfacing projects in the Northeast District.
Contract information and project locations are as follows:
The resurfacing projects are included as part of Gov. Parson’s
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MAN KILLED IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
28 year old Michael Bira of Marthasville was killed in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday night in
TEEN HURT IN
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DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A driver was hurt in a Saturday morning incident in
MOTORCYCLIST KILLED IN
A motorcyclist was killed in an accident that occurred at 6:10pm Thursday in
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WOMAN HURT IN
A Union woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
MAN INJURED IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
22 year old Jacob Ronimous of
DED AWARDS NEARLY $11 MILLION THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM TO 22 COMMUNITIES FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced it has awarded a total of nearly $11 million to 22 communities through its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program to assist with various improvement projects.
“Maintaining infrastructure is vital to keeping Missourians safe and communities strong,” said Governor Mike Parson. “The Community Development Block Grant Program is another way we’re investing in critical infrastructure and improving public safety statewide. These grants are funding projects that benefit communities’ wellbeing while increasing their capacity for future economic growth.”
Funded projects include street and roadway repairs, stormwater and drainage improvements, demolition of dilapidated structures, and construction of new public facilities.
“Projects funded through the Community Development Block Grant Program help Missourians prosper by making needed improvements to the infrastructure and facilities they rely on every day,” said Michelle Hataway, Acting Director of the Department of Economic Development. “As a result of this program, communities are provided opportunities for growth that strengthen our entire state’s economy.”
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WOMAN KILLED IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
A woman was killed in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN LINN
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 7:45pm Tuesday in
On Sunday, September 3 at approximately 11:29am, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 400 block of Yale in reference to a disturbance involving a weapon. Responding officers contacted Travis K Baclesse, age 33 of
On Sunday, September 3 at approximately 11:16am, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the area of
MSHP RELEASES LABOR DAY
Twelve people died in traffic crashes, no one died in a boating crash, and no one drowned during the 2023 Labor Day holiday weekend. The Patrol investigated nine of the traffic fatalities. The Joplin (MO) Police Department investigated two traffic fatalities, and Springfield (MO) Police Department investigated one traffic fatality during the holiday weekend counting period. The 2023 counting period for the Labor Day holiday was from 6 p.m., Friday, September 1, through 11:59 p.m., Monday, September 4.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the following enforcement activity during 2023 Labor Day holiday:
MSHP Traffic Statistics (preliminary):
Crashes ¯ 306
Injuries ¯ 146
Fatalities ¯ 9
DWI ¯ 119
Drug Arrests ¯ 19
MSHP Boating Statistics (preliminary):
Crashes ─ 11
Injuries ─ 2
Fatalities ─ 0
BWI ¯ 2
Drownings — 0
Drug Arrests ¯ 0
(Note: During the 2022 counting period, the Patrol investigated 286 traffic crashes, which included 119 injuries and four of the seven fatalities. Troopers made 121 arrests for driving while intoxicated last year. Also, over the Labor Day holiday 2022: Troopers investigated eight boating crashes involving one fatality and five injuries; and arrested five people for boating while intoxicated on the state’s rivers and lakes. One person drowned over the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend.)
Troopers investigated nine of the 12 fatal traffic crashes over the 2023 Labor Day holiday weekend. Two fatal traffic crashes occurred in each of the Troop B,
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 08/30/2023 and 7am 09/01/2023.
On August 30, 2023, a Moberly Officer contacted 33-year-old Andrea Williams at College Town Apartments. Williams was placed under arrest on an active Randolph County Warrant for original charges of possession of a controlled substance. Williams was transported to the Randolph County Jail.
On August 30, 2023, a Moberly Officer contacted 39-year-old Dustin Brown on a traffic stop in the 300 block of W. Rollins St. Brown was placed under arrest for a probation violation warrant. Brown was transported to the Randolph County Jail.
On August 31, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to the Probation and Parole Office and arrested 45-year-old Bryan Rogers for an active warrant.
On August 31, 2023, a Moberly Officer initiated a traffic stop on
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MAN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
35 year old Christopher Crawford of Gerald was hurt in a Monday afternoon crash in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
A man and a teenage girl from Vandalia were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 2:15pm Monday in
DRIVER KILLED IN
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TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two people from Sullivan were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 1:15am Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
Another incident involving a deer happened early Saturday morning in
MAN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH SATURDAY AFTERNOON
21 year old Jonathon Burke of
On Wednesday, August 30 at approximately 1:56am, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 400 block of
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NEW SOUTH ROUNDABOUT OPENS AT NEW
The bridge replacement and interchange project located on Missouri Route 19 and Interstate 70 is set to enter the final stages including reduced traffic impacts.
Weather permitting, September 1, the following portions of the project will be complete and open to traffic:
New I-70 eastbound off and on-ramps
The
The south roundabout
Construction continues on the eastern portion of the north roundabout and islands on the south roundabout. During this time, drivers can expect to experience the following traffic impacts:
The
Upon exiting WB I-70, traffic will detour onto the temporary off-ramp and onto a portion of the North Outer Road/Booneslick. This detour will accommodate one-way traffic only and access to businesses will be right-in/right-out only. At the intersection with MO 19 only right turn movements will be permitted to travel north. Motorists wishing to travel southbound on MO 19 from the WB I-70 exit ramp will utilize the
The North Outer Road/Booneslick will be closed to eastbound traffic between MO 19 and
The I-70 WB on-ramp will re-open from southbound MO 19. Northbound MO 19 traffic will access this ramp by taking
Over the next several weeks, temporary nighttime lane restrictions will be in place between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. to allow for placement of concrete for the islands at the south roundabout.
DRIVER KILLED, ANOTHER DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A driver was killed while the other driver was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 10:15pm Wednesday in
MAN HURT IN
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MSHP: INCLUDE SAFETY IN YOUR PLANS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to plan for a safe 2023 Labor Day weekend. Whether you are on the water or on the road, it’s everyone's responsibility to travel safely and observe all
The 2023 counting period for the Labor Day holiday will be from 6 p.m., Friday, September 1, 2023, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, September 4, 2023.
The Labor Day holiday is a busy boating weekend. Before you take your boat on the water, inspect fuel lines and hose connections for leaks, and test the battery to confirm it is charged. When refueling, turn off any electrical devices which could create a spark. After refueling, open the engine compartment to visually inspect and smell for fuel leaks. Activate the blower system for at least four minutes before restarting the vessel.
In 2022, there were eight boating crashes which included one fatality and five injuries. One person drowned over last year's Labor Day holiday. Troopers arrested five people for boating while intoxicated during last year's counting period.
Marine enforcement troopers will be working to make our waterways safer during the holiday weekend.
If you'll be on the road this Labor Day holiday, make sure your vehicle is in good working condition before you depart. Drive courteously and obey all of
Help ensure a safer Labor Day weekend for everyone.
In
The Highway Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort) over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. All available troopers will be patrolling
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Report Line (800) 525-5555 or *55 on your cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These emergency numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies. If your celebration includes alcohol, designate someone else to drive whether you are in your boat or your car. Please don't become a statistic.
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WOMAN HURT IN CALLAWAY
A Wellsville woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 4:10pm Tuesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
A driver was injured in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday morning in
PHONE SCAM ALERT IN
Another phone scam alert has been reported in northeast
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
70 year old Mark Welch of Boonville was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday afternoon in
NEW DIALING PROCEDURE COMING TO THE 573 AREA CODE IN
The
Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) and the telecommunications industry remind customers to continue preparing for a new area code (235) in the current 573 area code in
A six-month permissive dialing period began on August 26, 2023, to give consumers
adequate time to adjust to the dialing changes. During this period, local calls can be made with either 7 or 10 digits, and all calls that are local will continue to be local even though you dial 10 digits.
Beginning February 24, 2024, all local calls made within the 573 area code must be placed using 10 digits (area code + the 7-digit telephone number). On and after that date, calls placed using just 7 digits will not be completed.
Starting on March 24, 2024, new telephone lines or services may be assigned numbers using the new 235 area code.
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MAN INJURED IN
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING WRECK
57 year old Tammy Wheeler of
DRIVER HURT IN
A driver was hurt in a automobile crash in
HANDS-FREE LAW TOOK EFFECT ON MONDAY
After two years in a row of more than 1,000 fatalities on
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
24 year old Wyatt Huskey of Sullivan was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 8:50pm Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
A driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Sunday morning in
WOMAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A Mokane woman was injured in a crash that occurred at 3:40am Sunday in
TEEN GIRL KILLED, TWO TEEN BOYS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A teenage girl was killed, while two teenage boys were seriously injured in an early Sunday morning accident in
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN BOONE
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
62 year old Nancy Carico of Marceline was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
PUBLIC INVITED TO INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR STATEWIDE IMPROVE I-70 PROGRAM
The Missouri Department of Transportation is inviting the public to informational meetings to learn more about MoDOT’s Statewide Improve I-70 Program. MoDOT’s Northeast district will host two of these meetings on:
Missouri’s FY2024 budget from the General Assembly signed into law by Governor Parson provides $2.8 billion in General Revenue for the costs to build a third lane of Interstate 70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on approximately 200 miles of I-70, from
The public is invited to attend the informational meetings to learn about the proposed plan and next steps for I-70. Please note these are open house style meetings, and no formal presentations will be made. The public can attend the meetings anytime during the advertised hours, and the information will be the same at each location. For a full list of public meeting dates and locations, click here.
MoDOT is currently in the planning stage of the Improve I-70 Program. MoDOT engineers will share preliminary information about the goals for improving I-70, possible construction schedules for the 200 miles, and next steps. MoDOT is interested in gathering feedback from the public regarding I-70’s current condition, construction staging, and other general comments they may have. Public input is important ahead of the design phase of the work. For those who are unable to attend a meeting in person, the information that will be presented and an online comment form will be available starting August 28 at www.modot.org/improvei70/public-involvement. The comment period online will be open from Monday, Aug. 28, through Friday, Sept. 22, 2023.
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MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
71 year old William Whitney of
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Villa Ridge woman was injured in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
TEEN HURT IN
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STATE AWARDS MORE THAN $3.7 MILLION IN ARPA FUNDING TO HELP REVITALIZE
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced on Monday that it has awarded a total of more than $3.7 million through the second round of the Community Revitalization Grant Program for six projects in northern
The second round of the Community Revitalization Grant Program was launched in May 2023 to ensure an equitable distribution of funds for
Details on recipients of the Community Revitalization Grant Program’s second round are available here.
To learn more about DED’s ARPA-funded grant programs, visit ded.mo.gov/arpa.
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DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING COLLISION
A
MAN HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
23 year old Darren Peecher of
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 12:30pm Tuesday in
On Sunday at approximately 8:53pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 4800 block of
On Thursday, August 17 at about 3:26am, an alert resident notified the Mexico Public Safety Department about some suspicious activity in the northwest part of town. By around 4:06am, officers learned of numerous vehicles that had been rummaged through in the north part of
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
24 year old Roper Calvert of Hermann was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash that occurred at 6:25pm Sunday in
TROY MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
A Troy man was seriously injured in a Sunday night incident in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
DRIVER KILLED IN
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MAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A
DRIVER INJURED IN SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
64 year old Daniel Right of Gerald was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday morning in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY EVENING CRASH
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Saturday evening crash in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
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MAN STRUCK AND KILLED IN
A man was struck and killed in an accident that occurred after 9pm Wednesday in
DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
39 year old Jesse Ellsworth of Truesdale was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
TWO INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY VEHICLE WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Two people from Eolia were injured after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday night in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN DIRT BIKE INCIDENT
A teen was seriously injured in a dirt bike incident Wednesday afternoon in
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MAN HURT IN CALLAWAY
A
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
59 year old Jacqueline Fernald of
TEEN KILLED IN ATV CRASH
A Waverly teen was killed in an ATV crash Tuesday night in
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE RECEIVES REACCREDITATION FROM NAIC
The Financial Regulation Standards and Accreditation (F) Committee of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) voted to reaccredit the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) for a full 5 years at the NAIC's 2023 Summer National Meeting. This is the highest recommendation level from the F Committee and certifies that DCI is meeting a standard that ensures all other states can rely on the department’s work, demonstrating DCI’s commitment to excellence when using statutory and administrative authority to regulate an insurer’s corporate and financial affairs.
A system of effective solvency regulation provides crucial safeguards for insurance consumers as consumers benefit when the insurance industry is strong enough financially to be able to pay and settle claims in a timely manner.
The accreditation program also allows for inter-state cooperation and reduces regulatory redundancies. All accredited states require financial examinations on all companies that are licensed in the state; however, in lieu of performing its own examination, a state may accept the examination report prepared by an accredited insurance department. This keeps costs low for companies and consumers, allowing other states to rely on the work performed by the department rather than conducting their own examination and analysis. This saves millions of dollars in duplicative costs.
DCI is charged with protecting
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR NEXT TWO WEEKS
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route Y – August 17 & August 21, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from Missouri Route 11 to Route BB between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route BB – August 22, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from Route FF to Missouri Route 149 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – August 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route HH to CR 975 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – August 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route M to CR 948 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – August 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 917 to CR 919 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – August 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route ZZ to
Route P – August 21, CLOSED for seal coating operations from
Route K – August 21 - 22, CLOSED for seal coating operations from
Route P – August 14 – 17 & August 21 - 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 310 Avenue to Route C between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route C – August 21 – 22, CLOSED for bridge maintenance operations on bridge over U.S. Route 61 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route F – August 22, CLOSED for seal coating operations from Missouri Route 149 to Route J between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Missouri Route 19 (Northbound & Southbound) – August 14 – 18, LANE RESTRICTION for seal coating operations from Route B to U.S. Route 54 between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.
Business Route 161 – August 17, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Business Route 61 to end of state maintenance between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route U – August 23, CLOSED for patching operations from U.S. Route 54 to U.S. Route 61 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route P – August 14 – 17, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 154 to Route K between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route P – August 21 - 23, CLOSED for patching operations from Route K to Missouri Route 19 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route P – August 24, CLOSED for seal coating operations from U.S. Route 54 to Missouri Route 154 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
U.S. Route 63 (Southbound) – August 23, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from CR 2655 to ¼ mile south of bridge between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 14-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 63 (Northbound) – August 24, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from ½ mile north of Route M to ¼ mile north of bridge between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. A 14-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 24 – August 25, LANE RESTRICTION on the bridge over Muncas Creek starting just before to immediately after bridge for bridge maintenance operations between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Route M – August 21 - 24, LANE RESTRICTION on the bridge over U.S. Route 63 starting ½ mile before and after bridge for bridge maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route P – August 21, CLOSED for seal coating operations from
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Beaufort man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 1:30am Monday in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
24 year old Elijah Mayfield of
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
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TEEN HURT IN
A Belton teen was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Thursday morning in
FIVE INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
Five men from
MSHP: IT’S
August has arrived and with it the 2023-2024 school year. The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to encourage parents to include conversations about safety when preparing their student for school. It’s also important that drivers be prepared for the change in traffic patterns as students begin another year of instruction. In 2022, two people were killed and 361 injured in traffic crashes involving a school bus. In
Troopers hope everyone will review these safety tips:
Motorists
Always be vigilant, but especially near school zones, playgrounds, bicycle paths, and crosswalks when schools are in session. Expect pedestrian and bicycle traffic to increase near schools on days where the weather is good. When schools are in session, drivers should expect a change in traffic patterns ─ school buses, parents taking their children to school, and many young drivers will join other motorists on the road and affect the morning and afternoon commute. Whatever route you drive, expect this additional traffic and prepare by allowing extra time to reach your destination.
Students
If you’re walking to school, stay alert! Cross the street at intersections or marked crosswalks and never between parked cars. Use sidewalks when they are available. If it is necessary to walk on the roadway, stay close to the left edge and step off to the left when traffic approaches. Never dash into the street after a friend or to retrieve something.
Riding a bicycle to school is a fun way to travel. If you’re riding your bike, be sure to wear a helmet and obey all traffic signs and signals. Ride as near to the right side of the roadway as is safe and use the proper hand signals when you plan to change directions, slow, or stop. Never carry passengers. Keep both hands on the handlebars except when signaling. It’s important to maintain your bicycle in good condition.
If you ride a school bus, check the weather and dress accordingly. Wait in line for the bus on the shoulder or sidewalk. Use the handrail when getting on or off the bus. Never try to retrieve items that fall under the bus and walk at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing the street. Sit quietly on the bus and keep the aisle clear. If anything goes wrong, stay calm and follow the instructions of the bus driver.
Most traffic crashes involving young drivers (under the age of 21) occur between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., when school typically lets out. Many of these drivers are young and inexperienced. Parents: It is important to encourage those young drivers to remember driving is a full-time job. Using a cell phone, texting, or adjusting the radio can be the distraction that leads to a traffic crash. It's also against the law for this age group.
Parents
Parents are encouraged to talk to their children about riding a bus, walking, or driving to school in a safe manner. If they ride a bike, please make sure they wear a helmet and follow traffic laws.
Please talk to your children about the Courage2ReportMO program, which provides a safe and confidential way to report any concerns regarding their safety or the safety of others. These concerns may include: assault, bullying/repeated harassment, cyber bullying, fighting, guns, homicide, human trafficking, knife, planned school attack, imminent school shooting, school shooting threat, sexual offense, suicide-other person (3rd party), or a terrorism threat (extremism). Those reporting their concerns may remain anonymous. C2R provides a “sooner is safer” tool to report real time concerns 24 hours a day. There are several ways concerned persons may submit a C2R report:
through an Apple or Google Play Courage2Report mobile app,
by making an online report via http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/Courage2ReportMO/index.html,
by speaking confidentially to a trained professional at 866-748-7047, or
by texting "C2R" to 738477.
C2R Missouri calls and tips (web, text, and mobile app) are answered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by trained communications professionals. C2R Missouri requests a disposition report be returned on each tip report, notifying the Missouri State Highway Patrol of the outcome. For more information about C2R
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TWO HURT IN PIKE
Two people from
ONE KILLED, ANOTHER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN LINN
A man was killed while another man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 8:30pm Tuesday in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
36 year old Michael Flowers of Anabel was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY EVENING INCIDENT
A Spickard man was seriously injured in a Tuesday evening incident in
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WOMAN INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
33 year old Jesse Sims of Pacific was injured in a Monday morning crash in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
A driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Tuesday morning in
MAN INJURED IN
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MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE PARTICIPATING IN
Consumer specialists from the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) will be on-site at the Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) in
DCI’s consumer specialists assist residents with understanding their insurance policies, including the process of filing a claim, and provide insurance company contact information. The specialists will be at the
For any insurance questions,
For additional resources and information about disaster recovery in
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THREE INJURED, TWO SERIOUSLY IN BOONE
Three people were injured, two seriously in an accident that occurred at 2:05pm Saturday in
BOY KILLED IN ATV CRASH
A 10 year old boy from Eolia was killed in an ATV crash Friday morning in
TEEN HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
19 year old Dominic Ruzicka of Robertsville was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
The Mexico Public Safety Department has become aware of an increase in scams of area residents lately. Residents are reminded that:
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On Sunday August 6 at 6pm, Missouri Route 19 closed for a period of up to 7 days in order to complete the tie-in work at the south roundabout and remaining work in Stage 3 of construction. The closure will be located just south of
During this time, message boards will be in place to alert motorists as changes occur and traffic will be routed over the following detours:
Highway 100 from Herman to Highway 47 in
Highway 94 from McKittrick to Highway 54 near Jefferson City and back to I-70 at Kingdom City.
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route Y – August 7, CLOSED for seal coating operations from Route M to Route NN between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – August 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route HH to CR 975 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – August 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route M to CR 948 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – August 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 917 to CR 919 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – August 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route ZZ in
Route FF – August 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 989 to
Route W – August 9 – 10 and August 14 - 15, CLOSED for asphalt pavement repairs from Route D to Route A between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route N – August 7 - 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 6 to the
Route E – August 7 - 8, CLOSED for bridge maintenance operations from Missouri Route 81 to Route F between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route C – August 9 – 10, CLOSED just before to immediately after the bridge over U.S. Route 61 for bridge maintenance operations between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Missouri Route 79 – August 7 - 10, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route B to Missouri Route 47 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route P – August 7, LANE RESTRICTION for asphalt pavement repairs from
Route F – August 8, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route J to Missouri Route 149 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route P – August 10, CLOSED for seal coating operations from
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – August 14 – 15, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance operations from one mile before the bridge to just after the end of the bridge over Middle Fork Salt River between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – August 14 – 15, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance operations from one mile before the bridge to just after the end of the bridge over Long Branch Lake Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route M – August 14 – 15, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance operations from one-half mile before bridge to bridge end over U.S. Route 63 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route K – August 7 – 9, CLOSED for patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.
Route J – August 7, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from Missouri Route 151 to Route OO between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route M – August 8, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from CR 1059 to CR 1039 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route AA – August 9, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from CR 835 to CR 857 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route M – August 8, CLOSED for seal coating operations from Missouri Route 161 to Route Y between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route V – August 9 - 10, CLOSED for patching operations from Route W to Route M between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on August 9 and 7:00 a.m. and noon on August 10.
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – August 7, LANE RESTRICTION for environmental clean up from Route HH to approximately 1000 feet south on U.S. Route 61 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route V – August 15, CLOSED for seal coating operations from Route W to Route M between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Missouri Route 19 – August 7 - 10, LANE RESTRICTION on the bridge over U.S. Route 61 starting just before to immediately after the bridge for bridge maintenance operations between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working with signals utilized to direct traffic through the work zone.
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER ACTIVATING STATE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN IN RESPONSE TO SEVERE WEATHER
On Saturday, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 23-08, activating the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan in response to severe weather and flooding that has been impacting the state beginning on July 29.
On Friday August 4, tornadoes struck in Ray (EF-0), Saline (EF-0), and Knox (EF-2) counties. The
Executive Order 23-08 will expire on September 5, 2023, unless otherwise terminated or extended.
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THREE WOMEN INJURED IN GASCONADE
Three women were injured in an accident that occurred at 12:15pm Wednesday in
MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
44 year old Alan Sanderson of Holden was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY EVENING CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Wednesday evening crash in
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FOUR INJURED IN
Four people were injured, one seriously in a chain-reaction accident that occurred at 11:20am Tuesday in
TWO HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
Two females were hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
BACK-TO-SCHOOL SHOPPERS CAN SAVE MORE THIS YEAR DURING
During the sales tax holiday, state and local sales tax will not be charged on the following items:
Clothing that does not have a taxable value of more than $100. Eligible clothing items include any article of apparel intended to be worn on or about the body, including footwear and disposable diapers for infants or adults. Cloth and other material used to make school uniforms or other school clothing are also included. Not included are watches, watchbands, jewelry, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands, or belt buckles;
School supplies, not exceeding $50 per purchase, that are used in a standard classroom for educational purposes. School supplies include, but are not limited to, textbooks, notebooks, paper, writing instruments, crayons, art supplies, rulers, book bags, backpacks, chalk, maps, globes, handheld calculators, graphing calculators that do not have a taxable value of more than $150, and computer software that does not have a taxable value of more than $350. Not included are watches, radios, CD players, headphones, sporting equipment, portable or desktop telephones, copiers or other office equipment, furniture, or fixtures; and
Personal computers that do not cost more than $1,500 and computer peripheral devices that do not cost more than $1,500. A personal computer can be a laptop, desktop, or tower computer system which consists of a central processing unit, random access memory, a storage drive, a display monitor, and a keyboard. Peripheral devices include items such as a disk drive, memory module, compact disk drive, daughterboard, digitizer, microphone, modem, motherboard, mouse, multimedia speaker, printer, scanner, single-user hardware, single-user operating system, soundcard, or video card.
Anyone who makes a qualified purchase may participate in the holiday. You do not have to be a
New this year, in addition to the state sales tax, local sales tax will also be waived in all cities, counties and special tax districts.
Therefore, Businesses with qualifying retail sales for the Back to School sales tax holiday may use the normal filing method for their August 2023 return. Enter total gross receipts for all sales made, indicating holiday sales as a negative adjustment on the return. You will no longer need to file these sales using a separate item code. For more information visit https://dor.mo.gov/taxation/business/tax-types/sales-use/holidays/back-to-school/.
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The American Red Cross is teaming up with the Hermann community to host a blood drive in memory of Sergeant Mason Griffith and in honor of Officer Adam Sullentrup on Thursday August 3 from 12pm to 6pm at St. George High School Gymnasium at
Hermann Police Department Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith passed away from his injuries following a shooting on the night of Sunday, March 12, 2023. He had been with the department since September 2017 and also served as Chief of Police for the Rosebud Police Department.
Hermann Police Officer Adam Sullentrup sustained injuries from the same shooting as
MO RAILROAD SAFETY CROSSING PLAN UNVEILED ONE YEAR AFTER MENDON CRASH
The Missouri Department of Transportation, along with Gov. Parson will announce the new Missouri Railroad Safety Crossing Plan at a news conference set for 11am Thursday, Aug. 3. Gov. Mike Parson’s signing of House Bill 4 includes an historic $50 million General Revenue investment. In response to the June 2022 AMTRAK crash near
MISSOURI ROUTE
Weather permitting, Sunday August 6, at 7am, Missouri Route 19 will close for a period of up to 7 days in order to complete the tie-in work at the south roundabout. The closure will be located just south of
In the last two weeks, contractor crews and the Missouri Department of Transportation began work on stage 3 of the bridge replacement and interchange improvement project located at Interstate 70 and
In addition, the westbound on-ramp to I-70 is closed with traffic being detoured north to the new Clark Drive and onto Booneslick Road, west to Danville, to access westbound Interstate 70 at the Missouri Route 161 interchange.
Drivers can expect to experience the following traffic impacts when traveling in this area:
The I-70 SOR, west of MO 19 is currently closed and will remain closed over the next several months until the south roundabout is complete.
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WOMAN HURT IN
A woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 4:05am Sunday in
MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
A motorcyclist was injured in an early Sunday morning crash in
WOMAN AND BABY GIRL INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
A woman and a baby girl both from Fayette were injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TROY LICENSE OFFICE TRANSISTIONS TO A NEW CONTRACTOR
The Missouri Department of Revenue has announced that the Troy License Office has transitioned to a new contractor and will remain at the current location of
License offices are operated by independent contractors but overseen by the Missouri Department of Revenue. All license office contracts in
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SUSPECT IN
On Friday July 28, investigators with the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search of a rural
Later on Friday night investigators arrested 65 year old Lyle W. Miller of
On Monday, July 24 at approximately 3:08pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the US Highway 54 bypass, about 1 mile north of the
The Chariton County Route D Bridge over East Fork of Bee Branch, located 0.5 miles west of Route 129, is now open. The bridge was replaced as part of the FARM (Fixing Access to Rural Missouri) Bridge Program. The bridge closed April 2023 and reopen to all traffic on Wednesday evening, July 26.
Also on Route D, the
“We have 31 weight-restricted, poor condition bridges in northern
“The MoDOT team has worked closely with the contractor to develop plans for these improvements, and by October 2023, all 31 bridges will be replaced,”
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 07/24/2023 and 7am 07/26/2023.
On July 25, 2023, a Moberly Officer contacted 40-year-old Daniel Reardon in the 1000 block of S. Williams St. Reardon was placed under arrest for an active
On July 25, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to the 500 block of
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WOMEN HURT IN
Two women were hurt in an accident that occurred at 2:45pm Wednesday in
MAN HURT IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A man was hurt in an early Thursday morning incident in
THREE TEENS INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
Three teenage girls from Bunceton were injured in a Wednesday morning crash in
ACCREDITATION ASSESSMENT TEAM INVITES PUBLIC COMMENT ON PATROL
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, has announced an assessor from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc., will arrive on August 7, 2023, to examine all aspects of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services. Verification by the assessor that the Missouri State Highway Patrol meets the Commission's stringent standards is a vital part of a voluntary process to maintain accreditation — an esteemed recognition of law enforcement professionalism and excellence.
As part of the on-site assessment, the Missouri State Highway Patrol seeks feedback regarding its services and performance. The public is invited to visit the Patrol's website www.statepatrol.dps.mo.gov to register a comment. On the Patrol's website, choose the Show-Me Accountability Portal to access a link located under the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc. icon. The link provides a comment form for feedback regarding the CALEA standards. The public may also access the CALEA comment portal via this link https://cimrs2.calea.org/98 or through the Patrol's social media accounts.
Persons wishing to offer written comments about the ability of the Missouri State Highway Patrol to meet the standards for accreditation are requested to write to the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc.,
The assessor will report back to the Commission after completing their review of the agency. The Commission will then decide whether the Missouri State Highway Patrol is to be granted continued accredited status. Accreditation is for four years, during which time the agency must submit annual reports attesting continued compliance with those standards under which they were initially accredited. The Missouri State Highway Patrol has been accredited since 1992.
For more information regarding the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc., inquiries may be addressed to the Commission at
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
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DRIVER INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A driver was injured in a Tuesday afternoon crash in
WOMAN HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
61 year old Lesia Totsch of Ewing was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
Veterans from across Missouri to attend 70th Anniversary Korean War Veterans Armistice Day Ceremony at Capitol
Veterans across
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN BOONE
A Hallsville man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 7:40pm Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
71 year old Terry Bockenfeld of
WOMEN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
Two women were hurt in a Tuesday morning crash in
The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) has rebranded
Missouri SHIP offers free assistance to Missourians eligible for Medicare and their caregivers to help consumers choose a plan that best meets their needs. The program also helps Missourians on a limited income determine whether they qualify for a Low-Income Subsidy and/or Medicare Savings Programs to offset the cost of their prescription drugs.
Missourians can seek free and unbiased assistance from Missouri SHIP throughout the year by phone or arrange one-on-one counseling by calling 1-800-390-3330, or visiting missouriship.org.
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SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS BEGIN IN
Weather permitting, this week contractor crews will start work on three sidewalk improvement projects in
This contract also includes sidewalk improvement projects in
Work on sidewalk improvements within
SEMI TRUCK DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A semi truck driver was hurt in a Sunday afternoon crash in
MAN INJURED IN SUNDAY MORNING MISHAP
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WOMAN KILLED IN GRUNDY
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WOMAN INJURED IN
MAN HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
A man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
DRIVER KILLED IN PIKE
38 year old Nicholas Twilla of
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ADAIR
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The Linn County Route C bridge over West Yellow Creek, located approximately 1 mile west of Missouri Route 111 is now open. The bridge was replaced as part of the FARM (Fixing Access to Rural Missouri) Bridge Program. The bridge closed in April 2023 and was reopened to all traffic on Wednesday July 19.
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Villa Ridge teen was seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 10pm Wednesday in
MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
76 year old David Coleman of House Springs was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A Wayland man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday morning in
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WOMAN HURT IN
A Rolla woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 7:45am Wednesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
43 year old Sarah Frederick of St. Clair was injured in a Wednesday morning crash in
TWO MEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN LINN
Two men were seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 9:10pm Tuesday in
THREE HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING INCIDENT
Three people from Slater were hurt in a Tuesday morning incident in
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RAMP CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AND MO 19 INTERCHANGE IN
Weather permitting, as early as the week of July 19, contractor crews and the Missouri Department of Transportation will start work on stage 3 of the bridge replacement and interchange improvement project located at Interstate 70 and
In addition, the westbound on-ramp to I-70 will be closed with traffic being detoured north to the new Clark Drive and onto Booneslick Road, west to Danville, to access westbound Interstate 70 at the Missouri Route 161 interchange.
The Missouri Department of Revenue has released a newly enhanced version of sales and use tax rate lookup map. The Missouri Sales and Use Tax Lookup is a Google based map that provides some features that the prior map displayed but offers new features as well. This lookup tool is intended to provide customers with up to date tax rates and boundaries for addresses throughout the state of
Features include:
· Ability to export the tax rate printout for the searched address.
Links to the Taxability Matrices that outlines the taxability of products and services based on
Allows customers to send questions to the Department via email.
GOVERNOR PARSON APPOINTS STATE SUPERVISOR FOR DIVISION OF ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO CONTROL
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson announced he has selected Michael Leara as the next State Supervisor for the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control within the Missouri Department of Public Safety. His appointment was effective Monday.
Mr. Leara, of
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THREE INJURED IN PIKE
Three people were injured in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday evening in
TEEN KILLED IN UTV ACCIDENT IN
A teenage girl was killed in a UTV accident that occurred at 9:15pm Sunday in
TEEN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
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FUTURE
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has been preparing for a road realignment project on Missouri Route 3 between U.S. Route 24 and Route BB in
"We have worked through the right of way process with the project currently on schedule to go out for bid in the August letting. Bids will be presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for action at the September 7 meeting," explained Northeast District Engineer Paula Gough.
The decision was made in 2021 to close the road when a significant slide caused unstable soil conditions in the area. HNTB has conducted the necessary environmental evaluation to determine a viable design solution. This included a review of soil conditions, slopes of the quarry pits on either side of Route 3, and the excavated caves below this area. The proposed work would involve shifting the road to the west by 15’-30’ and lowering it by 10’-15’ to ensure a favorable location.
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TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two people were injured, one seriously in a collision that occurred at 11:55am Friday in
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
A man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday night in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY EVENING CRASH
A St. Clair driver was hurt in a Saturday evening crash in
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RAMP CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AND MO 19 INTERCHANGE IN
Weather permitting, as early as the week of July 19, contractor crews and the Missouri Department of Transportation will start work on stage 3 of the bridge replacement and interchange improvement project located at Interstate 70 and
In addition, the westbound on-ramp to I-70 will be closed with traffic being detoured north to the new Clark Drive and onto Booneslick Road, west to Danville, to access westbound Interstate 70 at the Missouri Route 161 interchange.
On August 6, at 7:00 a.m., Missouri Route 19 will close for a period of up to 7 days in order to complete the tie-in work at the south roundabout. The closure will be located just south of
Drivers will experience the following traffic impacts when traveling in this area:
The Love’s Travel Stop auto entrance will be partially closed to reconstruct the entrance the week of July 10 and is expected to reopen in two weeks.
The I-70 SOR, west of MO 19 is currently closed and will remain closed over the next several months until the south roundabout is complete.
MoDOT ask that motorists please be attentive in work zones for their safety and the safety of highway workers. All work is weather dependent, and signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as schedule changes occur.
COMMISSION APPROVES FY 2024-2028 STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
On Wednesday the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved the FY 2024-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which lists transportation projects planned by state and regional planning agencies July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2028. The five-year program includes funding from General Revenue – passed by the Missouri General Assembly and signed by Gov. Mike Parson – to widen and improve I-70, fix low-volume minor roads, upgrade railroad safety crossings and more.
The STIP makes available nearly $14 billion of federal and state revenues for all modes of transportation over the next five years, making it the largest program ever. Of the $14 billion, the draft STIP details $10.4 billion in road and bridge construction contractor awards, averaging approximately $2.1 billion per year.
The program details these maintenance improvements to
The STIP also includes detailed project information for non-highway modes of transportation and a section detailing planned operations and maintenance activities for the next three years. This additional information is provided to allow Missourians to more easily see how their transportation funding is invested. The Final STIP is available online at https://www.modot.org/statewide-transportation-improvement-program-stip.
PURDIN AND BROWNING SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS TO BEGIN NEXT WEEK
A sidewalk improvement project is scheduled to begin Monday, July 17, in Purdin and Browning. The project to help ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), funded in part through the Transportation Alternatives Program, will improve sidewalks and other pedestrian facilities in the two
Stanton Contracting, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, plan to complete the project by early October 2023.
Planned project schedule:
Browning (Routes MM and O) – scheduled to begin Monday, July 17.
Crews plan to begin on the north side at
Work is expected to be complete in mid-August.
Purdin (Route 5) – scheduled to begin Monday, August 21.
Crews plan to begin on the west side of
Work is expected to be complete in early October.
Some lane closures will be necessary throughout the project. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and follow all traffic control, flaggers, signs and barricades. All vehicles and personal property will need to be removed from the work area prior to start of construction.
All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change.
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WOMAN KILLED IN
A woman was killed in an accident that occurred at 4:30pm Tuesday in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
A driver was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
NECAC SEEKS DONATIONS FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES
NECAC is seeking donations for school supply purchases that will supplement five school districts in
The fund-raiser is entitled
NECAC Macon County Service Coordinator Terri Laughlin said the goal is to help public school students in the smaller districts of
The focus of supply purchases will be pre-kindergarten through third grade. Enough money was raised last year to cover just about all of the needs.
Checks should be payable to NECAC and may be sent to the agency at 907 Highway PP,
Questions may be directed to Laughlin at 660-385-4616 Mondays to Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. She also can be reached at tlaughlin@necac.org.
PARK AND RECREATION MONTH
This July join
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Hermann woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Monday night in
TEEN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A Vandalia teen was hurt in a Monday afternoon crash in
TEENS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two teens were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 2:35pm Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A driver was injured in a Monday afternoon incident in
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On Friday, July 7 at approximately 3:26 PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1000 block of Muldrow in reference to a disturbance inside a home involving a gun. As a result of the disturbance, Audrain Ambulance District took a 51-year-old female to
BE ALERT FOR MODOT MOWING CREWS
Though it’s been a drier start to summer than usual, seasonal growth along
MoDOT’s goal is to mow major and minor routes three times by the end of October, dependent upon staffing and equipment availability. MoDOT mows about 400,000 acres of grass each year, which is equivalent to 300,000 football fields.
Crews use a protective "follow" truck to alert motorists they are approaching slow-moving mowers. Drivers are advised to use the following tips to safely pass mowers on rural two-lane roads:
Be alert for trucks and tractors with lights flashing and moving slowly, 2-5 mph.
Slow down and focus on the road ahead of you. Put your cellphone down and avoid other distractions.
Be prepared to stop or drive very slowly behind a "follow" truck, especially approaching a hill or curve on a two-lane road.
Obey the no-passing zone stripes, and only pass when you can see far enough past the "follow" truck to avoid meeting oncoming traffic.
Between mowing cycles, you can report grass and weeds blocking visibility at intersections along state-maintained roads by calling MoDOT’s 24/7
On Sunday, July 2 the North Missouri Drug Task Force assisted the Chariton County Sheriff’s Department with the execution of a narcotics search warrant located at
Officers arrested 64-year-old Robert W. Walker of Mendon. He was transported to the
Count I: Class C Felony Delivery of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoid.
Count II: Class D Felony Possession of Controlled Substance.
Count III: Class E Felony Unlawful Use of a Weapon- Subsection 11- Possesses Weapon and A Felony Controlled Substance.
Count IV: Class D Misdemeanor Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Also arrested was 32-year-old Angel S. Reams of Mendon. She was also transported to the
Count I: Class C Felony Delivery of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoid.
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TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
A woman was seriously injured while her teenage daughter suffered minor injuries in an accident that occurred at 5:35pm Saturday in
MAN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH SATURDAY AFTERNOON
A man was injured in a motorcycle crash Saturday afternoon in
DRIVER KILLED, OTHER ONE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT MISHAP
A driver was killed while the other one was seriously injured in a Saturday night mishap in
THREE TEENS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
Three teens were seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 10pm Saturday in
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A Vandalia woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 12pm Wednesday in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
47 year old Mary Hoaglin and her passenger 41 year old David Ahrens both from
MSHP REPORTS EIGHT TRAFFIC FATALITIES, ZERO BOATING FATALITIES, & FOUR DROWNINGS OVER JULY 4TH HOLIDAY COUNTING PERIOD
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the following 2023 July Fourth holiday statistics for the counting period of 6 p.m., Friday, June 30, through 11:59 p.m., Tuesday, July 4, 2023:
2023 July Fourth Holiday Boating Statistics
Troopers worked six boating crashes, which included two injuries and zero fatalities. Troopers made 10 boating while intoxicated arrests. Four people drowned over the holiday weekend. Two of the drownings occurred in the Troop F area, one drowning occurred in the Troop A area, and one drowning occurred in the Troop C area. Troopers worked all four drownings.
Two people drowned on Sunday, July 2, 2023. James D. Roy, 56, of
Hamsa Mohamed, 41, of
Two people drowned on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. A six-year-old male drowned when he jumped into the water onto a lily pad, went under the water, and did not resurface. He was not wearing a life jacket. Dr. Campbell pronounced the six-year-old dead at
Carlos Antonio, 22, of
2023 July Fourth Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers worked 390 traffic crashes, which included 152 injuries and seven of the eight fatalities. The Kansas City Police Department worked the remaining fatality. Troopers also made 116 DWI arrests and 21 drug arrests over the holiday weekend.
One traffic fatality occurred in each of the Troop A,
[During the 2022 counting period, 11 people were killed and 449 injured statewide in
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MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN TUESDAY EVENING MISHAP
A motorcyclist was injured in a Tuesday evening mishap in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
24 year old Dalton Stewart of Bowling Green was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 6:40pm Monday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Pacific man was seriously injured in a Sunday night crash in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN LINN
Two people from Marceline were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 10:05am Sunday in
WOMAN KILLED, TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
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45 year old Jason Knoll of
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNNON WRECK
A teenage girl from Elsberry was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday afternoon in
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON MISHAP
A motorcyclist was hurt in a Saturday afternoon mishap in
WOMAN HURT IN
A New Cambria woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at around 8:30pm Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING INCIDENT
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route J – July 3, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Interstate 70 Outer Road to Missouri Route 47 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route WW – July 5 – 6, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route J to the end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route PP – July 5 – 6, CLOSED for patching operations from Route FF in
MSHP: PLAN A SAFE JULY 4TH
The July Fourth holiday weekend is a great opportunity to enjoy one of
The 2023 counting period for the July Fourth holiday will be from 6 p.m., Friday, June 30, to 11:59 p.m., Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
The Highway Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort) and Operation Dry Water over the July Fourth holiday. Operation Dry Water specifically targets impaired vessel operators. All available troopers will be patrolling
Anyone needing assistance or who witnesses criminal activity while traveling on Missouri’s roadways or waterways can contact the nearest Highway Patrol troop headquarters by calling the Patrol Emergency Report Line at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. Motorists may call 1-888-275-6636 to check for road construction along their travel route.
DIVISION OF FIRE SAFETY URGES CAUTION WITH FIREWORKS
As drought conditions worsen in
“Public fireworks displays offer the best sights and are the safest, and this year the fire risk posed by fireworks has increased because of drought conditions in much of
Fireworks also pose a risk of injury. According to data collected by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, in 2022, 324 people in
More than 77% of those fireworks injuries occurred in the three-week period leading up to and following Independence Day (June 21 to July 11, 2022). During that period, 252 people with fireworks injuries sought hospital treatment in emergency rooms or were admitted for inpatient care.
Missourians who choose to use consumer fireworks should follow these safety tips:
Confirm fireworks are legal where you live; only purchase fireworks from licensed retailers.
Only use fireworks in a large open space that is clear of flammable materials. Do not light fireworks in areas where a spark could ignite dry grass, leaves or other flammable materials.
Always have a garden hose or a bucket of water nearby in case of a fire.
Always keep young children away from fireworks; if teens are permitted to handle fireworks, they should be closely supervised by an adult; always wear eye protection.
Only light fireworks one at a time; never try to re-light fireworks that have malfunctioned
Dispose of fireworks by soaking them in water and leaving them in a trash can.
Never shoot fireworks off from a glass jar or container.
Never use fireworks while consuming alcohol.
Never store fireworks from season to season.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
65 year old Bobby Matlock of
THREE TEENS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Three teens were seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
MAN HURT IN TUESDAY EVENING CRASH
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT MISHAP
A driver was hurt in a Tuesday night mishap in
HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT LEAVES PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A hit and run accident that occurred at 9:40pm Tuesday in
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TEENS HURT IN BOONE
Two teen drivers were hurt in an accident that occurred at around 6:20pm Monday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Gerald man was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Monday night in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A New Bloomfield driver was hurt in an early Monday morning crash in
RALLS
54 year old Roger Sutherland of
On Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at approximately 6:21pm, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 300 block of
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY WRECK
A St. Louis woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 7:55am Friday in Franklin County. The patrol says that 24 year old Sidnea Wattle was on Highway 100 when she became distracted, causing her SUV to travel off the right side of the roadway into a ditch and struck a tree. She was transported by ambulance to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis with serious injuries.
MAN HURT IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A St. Clair man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 5:20am Monday in Franklin County. The highway patrol said that 50 year old Aaron Click was on Route K when his truck ran off the left side of the roadway, struck a fence, a barn, several trees and came to rest against a tree. He sustained minor injuries and was taken to Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullivan for treatment.
TEEN INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
A teen was injured in a Sunday night crash in Franklin County. State troopers stated that a 16 year old girl from St. Clair was on North Bend Road when her car went off the left side of the road, struck an embankment and a tree. She was taken to Mercy Hospital in Washington for treatment of minor injuries. The crash happened at around 11:20pm Sunday.
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June 23, 2023
MAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
75 year old Dewey Bullard of
DRIVER HURT IN THURSDAY MORNING CRASH
A semi truck driver was hurt in a Thursday morning crash in
Two
FOUR INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
Four teens were injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
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DRIVER INJURED IN
68 year old Randall Cox of
MAN HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A man was hurt in a Tuesday night crash in
DRIVERS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
Two drivers were injured, one seriously in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday evening in
A
DRIVER INJURED IN ADAIR
24 year old John Carreno of
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DRIVER INJURED IN
31 year old Charles Calvert of St. Clair was injured in an accident that occurred at around 11:30am Monday in
HERMANN MAN INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT COLLISION
A Hermann man was injured in a Monday night collision in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY EVENING WRECK
A Sullivan woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday evening in
41 year old Faysal Barre of
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route BB – June 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 757 to CR 629 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route D – June 27, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route D – June 28, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route DD to CR 975 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route J – June 28 – 29, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Interstate 70 Outer Road to Missouri Route 47 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route EE – June 20 – 22 and June 26 - 27, CLOSED for patching and seal coating operations from Missouri Route 94 to end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route P – June 28 – 29, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 94 to
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – June 20, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from Paris Gravel to
Route EE – June 20 – 21, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route B to end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. A 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
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MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A motorcyclist was injured in an accident that occurred at 8:15pm Sunday in
DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
23 year old Hayden Frank of
MAN HURT IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A man was hurt in a Monday morning crash in
DRIVERS INJURED IN
Both drivers were injured in an accident that occurred at 12:35pm Sunday in
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MAN KILLED, TWO HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
A man was killed and two others were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Saturday night in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN A FRIDAY NIGHT CRASH
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Friday night crash in
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DRIVER INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
31 year old Colby Gilpin of Russellville was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
TWO HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
Two
MAY 2023 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
UNEMPLOYMENT
The state's not-seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate increased in May 2023, rising by half of a percentage point to 2.9 percent from the April 2023 not-seasonally-adjusted rate of 2.4 percent. A year ago, the not-seasonally-adjusted rate was 2.3 percent. The corresponding not-seasonally-adjusted national rate for May 2023 was 3.4 percent.
EMPLOYMENT
Goods-producing industries increased by 900 jobs over the month, with manufacturing gaining 600 jobs and mining, logging, and construction gaining 300 jobs. Private service-providing industries increased by 2,400 jobs between April 2023 and May 2023. Employment in private service-providing industries increased in professional and business services (3,800 jobs), leisure and hospitality (1,000 jobs), and other services (500 jobs). Employment decreased in information (-1,200 jobs); trade, transportation, and utilities (-1,100 jobs); and financial activities (-600 jobs). Employment in private education and health services was unchanged from April. Total government employment increased by 400 jobs over the month. Federal (300 jobs) and local (200 jobs) increased while state government decreased (-100 jobs).
Over the year, total payroll employment increased by 55,600 jobs from May 2022 to May 2023. The largest gain was in leisure and hospitality (14,000 jobs); professional and business services (13,000 jobs); manufacturing (10,000 jobs); private education and health services (8,700 jobs); other services (4,800 jobs); financial activities (900 jobs); and trade, transportation, and utilities (200 jobs). Employment decreased in mining, logging, and construction (-1,000 jobs) and information (-900 jobs). Government employment increased by 5,900 jobs over the year, with an increase in local government (5,800 jobs) and federal government (500 jobs) and a decrease in state government (-400 jobs).
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Sullivan teen was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 9:55pm Tuesday in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
37 year old Cassandra Tidwell of Iberia was seriously hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
MODOT STREAMLINES HAY MOVEMENT FOR DROUGHT RELIEF TO
In response to Gov. Mike Parson’s declaration of a drought alert in more than half of Missouri’s counties, the Missouri Department of Transportation is offering a special overwidth hauling permit at no charge to help farmers and ranchers move hay as needed. Loads must be of legal height, length and weight.
Permits can be requested using the MoDOT Carrier Express online service, located at www.modot.org/mce. To ensure the fee is waived, hay haulers should place a comment in the application about the fee waiver. The blanket permit fee of $96 and single trip fee of $15 are waived for hay haulers through Dec. 1, 2023.
Before hauling, drivers must apply for the special overwidth hauling permit for loads that exceed 8 feet and 6 inches in width, and map their route to avoid work zones, bridges and other areas that have weight, narrow-lane or height restrictions. This information, as well as a special bridge and height restriction view, is available on the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org.
MoDOT’s waiver and special overwidth permit allows drivers in
Drivers must adhere to all permit requirements, such as using proper signage and lighting and stopping at weigh stations. Drivers should also be advised that most of the southeastern
Those visiting the MoDOT Carrier Express system for the first time will find a link to obtain a customer ID and password needed to access the service. Required information includes:
The make, license plate number and vehicle identification number (VIN) of the power unit, and
The farm business name and address.
MoDOT permits cover movement within
Recently, Co-ops in Action completed a project for the
MEC and CV select projects through a request process where community groups apply to have work completed for their organization. A committee reviews the applications quarterly and selects projects to complete based on feasibility and impact on the community. During the volunteer workday, the organization provides the materials needed for the project, and the cooperatives provide the labor. Co-ops in Action is currently seeking requests for 2023 projects. Interested organizations can apply at www.maconelectric.com or www.cvalley.net.
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A teenager was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 12:45pm Monday in
THREE TEEN GIRLS INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
Three teenage girls from
As summer weather arrives, Missourians are reminded to be aware of the dangers posed by extreme heat and humidity and take precautions as they spend more time outdoors.
To help Missourians prepare and stay safe during the summer months, the state will observe Summer Safety Day on Wednesday. SEMA and the National Weather Service (NWS) encourage all Missourians to pay attention to local forecasts and plan accordingly when activities are outside. Humidity can amplify the feeling of heat measured by a heat index, so it is especially important to keep a close eye on friends and family and know the signs of heat-related illnesses.
Never leave a child or pet alone in a vehicle. Even on a cooler day, the temperature inside a vehicle can rise by 20 degrees in 10 minutes and pose a real threat to anyone left inside. Stress, distraction and being out of a normal routine can all contribute to forgetting a child in a car seat. Always “look before you lock” and check the back seat each time you exit your vehicle.
Remember these other safety tips to protect yourself and your family during the summer heat:
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TWO DRIVERS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two drivers were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred after 8am Sunday in
TEEN INJURED, WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A teen was injured and a woman was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck early Monday morning in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
A woman was seriously hurt in a Sunday night incident in
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR JUNETEENTH
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date:
Monday, June 19, 2023, in observance of Juneteenth. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
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TEEN HURT IN AUDRAIN
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WOMAN INJURED IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
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UPCOMING PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route E – June 14 – 15 and June 20 - 21, CLOSED for pavement improvement operations from Route A in
Route B – June 12 – 15, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 151 in
Route HH – June 20 – 22, CLOSED for patching operations from East end of Route HH to Route V between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. daily.
Route N – June 15 and June 20, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 6 at Ewing to CR 309/CR 310 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route CC – June 20 - 21, CLOSED for patching operations from Route C to 550th (
Route DD – June 13 – 14, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route DD – June 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route P – June 12 – 13, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 346 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route HH – June 14 – 15, CLOSED for patching operations from U.S. Route 24 to CR 562 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route EE – June 20 - 22, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 94 to end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route C – June 12 – 22, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from ½ mile before and ½ mile after U.S. Route 24 bridge between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. A 14-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route FF – June 21, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1 mile East of Route CC to Westside of CR 1820 between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route J – June 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 6 ½ miles East of U.S. Route 63 to 7 miles East of U.S. Route 63 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route K – June 12 – 13, CLOSED for seal coating operations from
Route E – June 14 – 15 and June 20 - 21, CLOSED for pavement improvement operations from Route A in
Route Z – June 22 and June 26 - 27, CLOSED for pavement improvement operations from
Route B – June 12 – 15, CLOSED for patching operations from Missouri Route 151 in
Route EE – June 20 – 21, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Route B to end of state maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. A 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
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MAN HURT IN
A Robertsville man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 12:30am Thursday in
MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
57 year old Mark Whitehead of Warrenton was injured in a motorcycle wreck Wednesday night in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in an early Thursday morning crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN
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MDC FREE FISHING DAYS THIS WEEKEND
Want some free fun that gets family and friends outside in nature? Get hooked on fishing with the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Free Fishing Days June 10 and 11. During Free Fishing Days, anyone may fish in the Show-Me State without having to buy a fishing permit, trout permit, or trout park daily tag.
Free Fishing Days is an annual MDC event that takes place statewide during the Saturday and Sunday following the first Monday in June.
Aside from not needing permits, other fishing regulations remain in effect, such as limits on size and number of fish an angler may keep. Special permits may still be required at some county, city, or private fishing areas. Trespass laws remain in effect on private property.
Conservation makes
For information on Missouri fishing regulations, fish identification, and more, get a copy of MDC’s 2023 Summary of Missouri Fishing Regulations, available where permits are sold, or online at mdc.mo.gov/about-us/about-regulations/summary-missouri-fishing-regulations.
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GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS LEGISLATION TO PROTECT
On Wednesday, in an effort to protect the integrity of female sports and
SB 39
SB 39 prohibits educational institutions from allowing biological male students from participating on sports teams designated for biological females. This law applies to elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education institutions, including private schools, public school districts, public charter schools, public colleges and universities, and private colleges and universities.
SB 49
SB 49 establishes the Missouri Save Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act. The SAFE Act prohibits health care providers from performing gender transition surgeries or prescribing hormones or drugs for the purposes of gender transition to
The SAFE Act also bars MO HealthNet,
The above provisions ensure
Wednesday, Governor Parson also signed:
House Bill 131 - allowing biweekly pay for state team members;
SB 167 - modifying requirements for medical examiner's certificates for commercial driver's licenses (CDL);
SB 111 - eliminating the Personnel Advisory Board;
SB 25 - authorizing state income tax deductions for federal grants expanding broadband access; and
SB 13 - modifying provisions related to the regulation of financial institutions.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD OPENS ON DRAFT STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The draft FY 2024-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) was presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission Wednesday. The draft five-year program includes funding from General Revenue – passed by the Missouri General Assembly – to widen and improve I-70, fix low-volume minor roads, upgrade railroad safety crossings and more. A 30-day public review and comment period began Wednesday.
The STIP makes available $14 billion of federal and state revenues for all modes of transportation over the next five years. Of the $14 billion, the draft STIP details $10.5 billion in road and bridge construction contractor awards, averaging approximately $2.1 billion per year. It also includes a record $3.4 billion in state General Revenue funded projects from the General Assembly subject to governor approval of the final budget.
The draft FY 2024-2028 STIP lists transportation projects planned by state and regional planning agencies for fiscal years 2024-2028 (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2028) and reflects the transportation needs of communities across the state.
The proposed program is available for public review. Those interested in seeing the program or offering comments can contact MoDOT by email to STIPcomments@modot.mo.gov, by calling customer service at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636), or by mail to Transportation Planning, Program Comments,
Following the public review period, the comments will be presented to the Commission. The Commission will review the comments and the final transportation program before considering it for approval at its July 12 meeting.
MSHP COMPLETES 2023
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the results of the Driver and Vehicle Safety Division’s 2023 annual school bus inspection program.
School buses rated as “approved” upon initial inspection -- 9,995
School buses rated as “defective” upon initial inspection -- 1,088
School buses rated as “out-of-service” upon initial inspection -- 381
Buses with identified defective components require repair within 10 days. Buses placed out-of-service require correction of the component(s), and reinspection and a return to service by Patrol personnel prior to further usage in transporting passengers.
A total of 256
School bus inspection criteria, including Missouri State Highway Patrol out-of-service criteria are available at https://apps.mshp.dps.mo.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/DVSD/MVI/FormsBrochures.html.
TISIUS EXECUTED IN DEATH OF
Michael Tisius, age 42 who was convicted and sentenced to death received a lethal injection of pentobarbital at the state prison in Bonne Terre and was pronounced dead at 6:10 p.m. Tuesday night after being convicted of the June 22, 2000, killings of Leon Egley and Jason Acton at the former Randolph County Jail in
Authorities report a multi-vehicle crash on the
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DRIVER INJURED IN
56 year old Tabitha Bell of Fenton was injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 5:50pm Monday in
WOMAN HURT IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A Villa Ridge woman was hurt in a Monday morning crash in
THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN PUTNAM
Three people were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at around 12:05pm Monday in
A scary scene like you see in the movies unfolded in northeast
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MAN HURT IN
A Lonedell man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 4:20am Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH AND ALSO ARRESTED FOR DWI
46 year old Randy Lumos of Union was hurt in a Sunday night crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN ATV INCIDENT SUNDAY AFTERNOON
A Ewing woman was injured in a ATV incident Sunday afternoon in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WATERCRAFT COLLISION IN
A Holliday woman was seriously injured in a watercraft collision Sunday afternoon in
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Union teen was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 11:45pm Saturday in
THREE INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
Three people from
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
58 year old Timothy Metcalf of
WOMAN INJURED IN
A Moberly woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 3:30pm Friday in
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MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A St. Clair man was injured in an accident that occurred at around 2:50pm Wednesday in
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN
34 year old Demetrice Williams of O’Fallon was hurt in a motorcycle crash Wednesday afternoon in
WOMAN HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
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MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN CALLAWAY
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DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT CRASH
35 year old Brandon Smith of Boonville was hurt in a Tuesday night crash in
NATURAL GAS RATES TO CHANGE FOR AMEREN
To reflect estimated changes in the wholesale cost of natural gas, Union Electric Company d/b/a Ameren Missouri natural gas customers will see rates drop under a filing that will take effect on Thursday. Residential customers currently pay approximately $0.95 per Ccf (per hundred cubic feet) of natural gas. Under Ameren
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NIGHTTIME RAMP CLOSURES SCHEDULED ON I-70 IN
Weather permitting, temporary traffic impacts are currently scheduled for May 30 – June 2 and the week of June 5-7, affecting several ramps on Interstate 70 between mile marker 165 and mile marker 180.
Resurfacing continues along the I-70 corridor in
I-70 EB ramps to truck parking rest area at
I-70 WB ramps to truck parking rest area at
I-70 EB & WB at
I-70 EB & WB at New
I-70 EB & WB at High Hill (mm 180)
All work is weather dependent and schedule changes could occur.
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN MILLER
Two
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
A man and a teenage boy from Tuscumbia were seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Tuesday morning in
MSHP REPORTS 10 TRAFFIC FATALITIES, NO BOATING OR DROWNING FATALITIES OVER MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Ten people died in traffic crashes over the 2023 Memorial Day weekend counting period of 6 p.m., Friday, May 26, through 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 29, 2023.
Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers investigated the following over the 2023 Memorial Day holiday weekend:
Traffic Statistics
Crashes -- 314
Injuries -- 102
Fatalities -- 10
DWI -- 130
Drug Arrests -- 14
Boating Statistics
Crashes -- 6
Injuries -- 3
Fatalities -- 0
Drowning -- 0
BWI -- 7
Drug Arrests -- 0
(Note: During the 2022 counting period, the Patrol investigated 301 traffic crashes, which included 129 injuries and nine of the 13 fatalities. Also, over the 2022 Memorial Day holiday: Marine operations troopers investigated nine boating crashes, which included one fatality and four injuries. Troopers made 131 driving while intoxicated arrests and seven boating while intoxicated arrests. No one drowned over the 2022 Memorial Day holiday.)
Troopers investigated all of the traffic crash fatalities. Two fatalities occurred in both the Troop B,
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WOMAN INJURED IN GASCONADE
A Linn woman was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
TEEN KILLED, ANOTHER INJURED IN RALLS
A teen was killed and another teen was injured in an accident that occurred at around 8:30pm Saturday in
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
48 year old Jeremy Hanson of New Auburn, WI was hurt in a motorcycle crash Saturday morning in
UNIONVILLE TEEN KILLED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A Unionville teen was killed in a Saturday afternoon incident in
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MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in a motorcycle accident that occurred at around 11:20pm Wednesday in
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Lonedell woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A motorcyclist was hurt in a Wednesday night crash in
MSHP: HAVE A SAFE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!
Got plans Memorial Day weekend?
This year's Memorial Day holiday counting period begins at 6 p.m., Friday, May 26, and ends at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 29, 2023. Every available trooper will be on the road enforcing traffic laws and assisting motorists. Troopers will focus their attention on hazardous moving violations, speed violations, and impaired drivers. The Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness Reduction Effort) during Memorial Day weekend.
Over the 2022 Memorial Day holiday weekend, 13 people died and 507 were injured in 1,043 traffic crashes. The Memorial Day weekend is also an unofficial start to the boating season. During the 2022 Memorial Day weekend, there were nine boating crashes which included one fatality and four injuries. No one drowned over last year’s Memorial Day weekend. Last year, troopers made 131 driving while intoxicated and seven boating while intoxicated arrests.
Always be courteous and pay attention, whether you're operating a vehicle or a vessel, and choose to be a sober driver on land and on the water. A safe, fun weekend is the result of planning and good decisions.
Motorists or boaters in need of assistance or who want to report a crime should use the Highway Patrol's Emergency Assistance number 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. For road condition reports, travelers can visit the Patrol's website at www.statepatrol.dps.mo.gov. Click on the Road Condition icon to view road construction areas as well as road conditions throughout the state or call 1-888-275-6636.
Motorists are encouraged to do their part to make
When you’re on the water, please be courteous to others enjoying
When you’re traveling up
When operating a power-driven vessel, it’s important to understand the rules of navigation. Power-driven vessels must give way to anchored or disabled vessels, vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver, and commercial fishing vessels. Power-driven vessels also yield to a sailboat under sail unless it is overtaking, and canoes or other vessels powered by paddles or oars alone. Observing right-of-way rules makes our waterways safer for everyone.
Always treat other boaters and property owners as you want to be treated. Never operate a boat while you are impaired; never ride with an impaired operator. Remember: Life jackets save lives. Wear It!!
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MAN INJURED IN BOONE
39 year old Daniel Cooke of Sturgeon was injured in an accident that occurred at 4am Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A woman was hurt in a Tuesday afternoon crash in
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE NEWS
The Department of Revenue is now allowing otherwise eligible Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders to submit their self-certification and updated medical examiner certificate by email or fax to license offices for processing. This change not only helps CDL holders but it is also expected to reduce the number of customers waiting in lines at the State’s contract license offices.
“Since becoming Director of the Missouri Department of Revenue, I have made it my mission to transform the Department and lead it to achieve its vision of providing every customer the best experience every time,” said Wayne Wallingford, Director of the Missouri Department of Revenue. “To that end, we discovered a need to make the process of maintaining a commercial driver license more convenient and we worked with
Previously, CDL holders had been required to submit their self-certification and updated medical examiner certificates in person at a license office to maintain a valid CDL privilege. This step often required truck drivers to take time off work or risk getting stalled roadside—perhaps even in another state—due to certificate expirations.
For more information on the CDL requirements, visit
https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/issuance/commercial/
SEAL COAT PROJECTS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN IN
A seal coat project located on Route H in
The $974,162 contract, awarded this last year to Missouri Petroleum Products Company, LLC of St. Louis, includes several additional seal coat projects which will be completed in the order as listed below:
Montgomery/Warren County, Route Y - From
Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the day at the location where crews are actively working for the duration of the project. For the safety of the crews and the traveling public, they would like to remind drivers to be attentive in work zones and put down your cell phones to eliminate distractions.
Flaggers and a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Workers will be present during daylight hours, Monday through Friday, weather permitting. A 9-foot width restriction will be in place for the duration of the project. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
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MAN HURT IN
35 year old Charles Ziegler of St. Clair was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 5:05am Tuesday in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in an early Tuesday morning crash in
MAN INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was injured in a Monday morning accident in
TEENS HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
Two teens were hurt in a Monday night incident in
WOMAN INJURED IN LINN
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MAN KILLED IN
43 year old Justin Riffle of Elsberry was killed in an accident that occurred at 6:55pm Sunday in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Two people from
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN UTILITY VEHICLE MISHAP
A man was seriously injured in a utility vehicle mishap Sunday afternoon in
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN
A motorcyclist was hurt in a Sunday afternoon incident in
SEMI TRUCK DRIVER KILLED AFTER STRIKING TRAIN IN
A semi truck driver was killed after striking a train Sunday afternoon in
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May 22, 2023
THREE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
Three people from
TEEN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE MISHAP
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DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Saturday night crash in
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RESURFACING SCHEDULED FOR I-70 NORTH OUTER ROAD IN
Weather permitting, the week of May 22, contractor crews and the Missouri Department of Transportation will start work on resurfacing Interstate 70 North Outer Road in
“Traffic will be reduced to one lane where crews are actively working, and motorists will be directed through the work zone with the use of flaggers and a pilot car. This work will occur during daytime hours,” explained Missouri Department of Transportation Area Engineer Jeff Niemeyer. “This route will carry a considerable volume of local traffic as the interchange improvement project enters the next stage of construction," he added.
Drivers will experience the following traffic impacts when traveling in this area:
The I-70 SOR, west of MO 19 is currently closed and will remain closed over the next several months until the south roundabout is complete.
TEEN KILLED, ANOTHER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ATV ACCIDENT IN
A teen was killed and another was seriously injured in an ATV accident that occurred at 5:40pm Wednesday in
MAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Villa Ridge man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
DRIVER INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
25 year old Landon Bell of
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COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST DISTRICT
During its regular meeting earlier this month, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the following contracts for
A $1,263,114 contract was awarded to S&A Equipment & Builders, LLC, for
Route J in
Interstate 70 North Outer Road in
Route CC and Route ZZ in Wellsville
A $2,212,656 contract was awarded to Capital Paving & Construction, LLC, for 25 bridge rehabilitation projects in Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Macon,
DED AWARDS MORE THAN $5.8 MILLION IN TAX CREDITS TO ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that it will award more than $5.8 million in 50% tax credits to 34 organizations throughout
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YOP helps broaden and strengthen opportunities for positive development and participation in community life for youth. The program allows nonprofit organizations to leverage private-sector funds by providing partial state tax credits to businesses and individuals making contributions to approved youth development or crime prevention projects. YOP funds a variety of project types, including degree completion, internships and apprenticeships, mentoring, substance abuse prevention, violence prevention, counseling, and more.
A total of up to $6 million are awarded through YOP annually, with projects limited to $200,000 in tax credits. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, education institutions, faith-based organizations, local governments, and businesses that meet program requirements. YOP is administered by the Division of Business and Community Solutions. The full list of 2023 YOP recipients is available here.
MDC REPORTS HUNTERS HARVESTED 41,970 BIRDS DURING SPRING
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows turkey hunters checked 41,970 birds during
Young turkey hunters also harvested 2,566 turkeys over the youth weekend, April 1 and 2, bringing the overall 2023 spring turkey harvest to 44,536 – the highest harvest total since 2016.
Last year, young turkey hunters harvested 2,894 turkeys over the spring youth season and hunters harvested 33,359 during the regular spring season for a 2022 spring season total harvest of 36,253.
Get more information on this year’s spring turkey harvest numbers by county at https://extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
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May 17, 2023
HERMANN MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Hermann man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 9pm Monday in
DRIVERS INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
Both drivers were injured in a two-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
TEEN HURT IN BOONE
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route P – May 16 – 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 63 to the end of state maintenance on Route P between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route V – May 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route V – May 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Twin Oaks to Missouri Route 6 Lance between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route CC – May 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 21 to CR 27 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route CC – May 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 384 to end of Route CC between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route CC – May 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route 81 to CR 390 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route DD – May 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 98 to CR 95 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route DD – May 19, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 84 to CR 98 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route DD – May 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 84 to CR 98 between 7:45 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route DD – May 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route Y – May 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 81 to CR 146 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route Y – May 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route HH to CR 134 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route Y – May 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 144 to CR 146 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route BB – May 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route BB – May 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Interlude Road to Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route FF – May 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route FF – May 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route T – May 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route AA – May 22, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1,400 feet North of CR 2680 to 2,000 feet North of CR 2680 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route AA – May 23, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 3,500 feet North of CR 2680 to 3,700 feet North of CR 2680 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route J – May 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from four miles East of
Route J – May 25, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from four and one-half miles East of U.S. Route 63 to five miles East of U.S. Route 63 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route J – May 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from six and one-half miles East of U.S. Route 63 to seven miles East of U.S. Route 63 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route B – May 15 & 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from the Iowa state line to U.S. Route 136, 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily, Monday and Tuesday.
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FIVE TEENS INJURED IN
Five teens all from St. Clair were injured in an accident that occurred at 3:45am Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
18 year old Madison Tyree of Wardsville was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday afternoon in
MAN INJURED IN PUTNAM
A man was injured in an early Monday morning crash in
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS SECOND FY 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET BILL
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson signed House Bill (HB) 15, a second supplemental budget bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023, into law. HB 15 appropriates more than $2 billion to ensure state government operations continue uninterrupted through the end of the current fiscal year, ending June 30, 2023.
"This bill provides critical funding to support the education of our kids and the development of
HB 15 appropriates critical funding for K-12 education, higher education, public safety, mental health, and transportation, among others. Funding highlights can be found below:
The more than $2 billion package includes $427 million in general revenue, $1.45 billion in federal funds, and $176 million in other funds.
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TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
18 year old Pete Schneider of
TROY WOMAN INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Troy woman was injured in a two-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT MISHAP
A man was seriously injured in a Saturday night mishap in
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
76 year old Donald Bolin of
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday afternoon in
TEEN HURT IN AUDRAIN
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT MISHAP
A driver was seriously injured in a Wednesday night mishap in
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TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
Two
SERIOUS INJURY CRASH IN
A Sullivan teen was seriously injured in a Tuesday evening crash in
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POPULAR RESTAURANT JUST OUTSIDE
A popular restaurant just west of
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
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MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Monday night crash in
TEEN HURT IN MONDAY EVENING MISHAP
A teen was hurt in a Monday evening mishap in
MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in an accident that occurred at around 7:10pm Monday in
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route O – May 8 – 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route D to Missouri Route 6 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily.
Route P – May 16 – 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route P to U.S. Route 63 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Route C – May 9 – 11, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Route T to Route CC between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily Tuesday through Thursday.
Route CC – May 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 81 to CR 390 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route CC – May 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 390 to CR 20 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route CC – May 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 20 to CR 27 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route CC – May 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 21 to CR 27 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route Y – May 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route HH to CR 134 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Route Y – May 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 81 to CR 146 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Route DD – May 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 84 to CR 98 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route DD – May 18, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 98 to CR 95 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route P – May 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route FF – May 11, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route C to
Route FF – May 15, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route BB – May 16, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Route BB – May 17, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Interlude Road to Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – May 10 & 11, LANE RESTRICTION for core drilling operations between mile marker 183.6 and mile marker 184.2, from 7:00 p.m. on May 10 to 5:00 a.m. on May 11. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 63 (Southbound) – May 11, LANE RESTRICTION for pavement patching operations from one-half mile south of U.S. Route 24 to two miles south of U.S. Rte. 24, between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route B – May 15 & 16, CLOSED for seal coating operations from the Iowa state line to U.S. Route 136, 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily, Monday and Tuesday.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – May 8 – May 12, LANE RESTRICTION for pavement patching operations from
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
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MAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
32 year old Robert Reese of Sullivan was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TWO LICENSE OFFICE CONTRACTS UP FOR BID
The Missouri Department of Revenue has announced the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) of the license office in Macon, Missouri, located at 210 N. Rubey, Macon, MO 63552. Bids will start being accepted May 10, and must be submitted by May 23. Also the license office in Edina located at 55682 State Highway 6 Suite B Edina, MO 63537 contract is up for bid as they will start being accepted May 10 and must be submitted by May 23.
For a list of bid opportunities and bid response instructions, please visit
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Winfield man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 6:55pm Friday in
WOMAN HURT IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A Pacific woman was hurt in a Friday afternoon crash in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A teen was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Friday evening in
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PEDESTRIAN STRUCK AND KILLED IN
A pedestrian was struck and killed in an accident that occurred at 6:25am Wednesday in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING WRECK
Two men were injured, one seriously in a two-vehicle wreck early Thursday morning in
CARDINALS TO HOST “HOME RUN AGAINST HUNGER”
The St. Louis Cardinals are teaming up with Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance and Feeding Missouri to host the 8th annual Home Run Against Hunger Food Drive before the Cardinals take on the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, May 7, from 10:30 AM—1:30 PM in front of the Official Cardinals Team Store at the corner of 8th Street and Clark Avenue.
Fans who bring a non-perishable donation or provide a monetary donation will receive a voucher for two tickets to a 2023 Cardinals game (one voucher per person). Donations collected at the event will count toward a statewide grand total of donations (in pounds) that will be announced at the conclusion of the event.
While most non-perishable donations are appreciated, some types of food items allow local pantries to best meet the needs of the communities they serve. These items include: canned tuna and chicken, boxed or bagged pasta and rice, canned soup and chili, boxed crackers, canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, bottled jelly, granola/snack bars, fruit snacks and instant mashed potatoes. Other non-perishable donations such as diapers, baby formula, toilet tissue and general hygiene products are welcomed as well.
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TROY MAN HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A Troy man was hurt in an accident that occurred at around 8:50pm Tuesday in
TWO INJURED IN
Two women were injured in a two-vehicle wreck early Tuesday morning in
DRIVER INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
24 year old Wilver Ramirez Perez of Wentzville was injured in a Tuesday morning crash in
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route O – May 8 – 12, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route D to Missouri Route 6 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily.
Route C – May 9 – 11, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Route T to Route CC between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily Tuesday through Thursday.
Route P – May 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – May 1 & 2, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance on the bridge over Loutre River from mile marker 167.4 to mile marker 168.4, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – May 10 & 11, LANE RESTRICTION for core drilling operations from mile marker 183.6 to mile marker 184.2, between 7:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. daily. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 63 (Southbound) – May 11, LANE RESTRICTION for pavement patching operations from one-half mile south of U.S. Route 24 to two miles south of U.S. Rte. 24, between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – May 1 – May 12, LANE RESTRICTION for pavement patching operations from
TWO TEENS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN RALLS
Two Hannibal teens were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 4:15am Monday in
MAN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Steedman man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday afternoon in
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FOUR PEOPLE KILLED IN LINCOLN COUNT Y CRASH SATURDAY NIGHT
Four of Five people involved in a two car crash in Lincoln County Saturday night were pronounced dead at the scene of the crash while the lone survivor was flown to a St. Louis hospital with serious injuries. The patrol said a 16 year old female driver from Wright City was southbound on Missouri 79, south of Route C at 11:46 pm Saturday night when her vehicle crossed the center of the road and overtook a vehicle and then traveled into the patch of and collided with a northbound auto driven by 23 year old Racheal Neldon of Elsberry and both vehicles ended up going off the east side of the highway. Four people were in the southbound auto and only one survived the crash. 18 year old Zachary Shields of Wright City was transported by Arch Ari Evac to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis with serious injuries. The 16 year old female driver of the southbound auto was killed and two other passengers, a 16 female and a 15 year old female juvenile, both of O’Fallon were killed. Racheal Neldon, the other driver was also killed and was traveling alone.
DEADLY WEEKEND ON MISSOURI ROADS IN NORTHERN HALF OF THE STATE
In addition to the four people killed in Lincoln County Saturday night, a Batesville woman was killed in a Johnson County wreck, another fatal crash involved a driver from the Omaha area happened in Holt County along with a fatal crash involving a Centertown man who died in a fatal crash in Moniteau county. All of those fatal accidents happened Sunday.
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED INCLUDING 4 YEAR OLD BOY WHO WAS EJECTED IN AUDRAIN COUNTY ROLLOVER CRASH SATURDAY NIGHT
Troopers report a Mexico driver and a 4 year old boy were both seriously injured in a single crash Saturday night at 11:25 pm in Audrain County. According to the report, 26 year old Michael Marks of Mexico was eastbound on MO 22 at Audrain County Road 945 when he swerved to miss a deer. The vehicle crossed the center of the road and went off the highway and overturned several times ejecting the 4 year old male passenger. Both were transported by Audrain County EMS to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries. The crash report indicated the driver was wearing a safety device while the 4 year old was not.
GREENTOP DRIVERS INVOLVED IN CRASH
Two women from Greentop were involved in a crash 2 miles east of Sublett on Morgan Way in Adair County around 6pm Sunday night. The patrol said Mellissa Roberts, age 37, of Greentop was eastbound in a pickup. Another vehicle driven by 42 year old Rachel Meeker of Greentop was westbound and the two vehicles met on a hill and struck each in the front. Roberts has minor injuries and was transported by private auto to Northeast Regional Medical Center for treatment. The other driver was not injured.
CAIRO MAN TAKEN TO HOSPITAL AFTER CAR CAUGHT FIRE
A Cairo man was transported to University Medical Center in Columbia for treatment of minor injuries after his car caught fire in Chariton County. The patrol said 58 year old Rodney Creed of Cairo was eastbound on US 24, 5 miles east of Salisbury around 5:07 pm Sunday when the 1963 Volkswagen Beetle he was driving caught fire while going down the highway. The Salisbury Fire Department responded to the scene but the car was a total loss.
ONE DRIVER FLOWN TO COLUMBA HOSPITAL FOLLOWING CRASH IN MACON COUNTY SUNDAY AFTERNOON
The highway Patrol said 69 year old Robert Pippin of La Plata failed to yield to a southbound vehicle driven by 46 year old Jamie Kirkpatrick of Atlanta and the southbound auto crashed into the pickup shortly before 3 pm Sunday afternoon. That crash happened at the intersection of Highway 63 and Route J, one mile north of Atlanta. Kirkpatrick has moderate injuries and was transported by MU 1 to University hospital in Columbia for treatment.
DOWNING MAN FACING CHARGES AFTER CRASHING HIS CAR IN SCHUYLER COUNTY
A driver from Downing was taken to Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville for treatment of minor injuries after a one-car crash in Schuyler County on Highway 63, a half a mile north of Greentop at 7:05 pm Friday night. Highway Patrol troopers say a car driven by Colton Cuculich, 24, of Downing, MO was northbound when it veered off the right side of the highway, overturned and struck a sign post. Cuculich was arrested for DWI as a prior offender and was also charged with careless and imprudent driving involving an accident.
ANOTHER ARREST MADE INVOLVING A HOMICIDE OVER TWO YEARS OLD IN COLUMBIA
Columbia Police reported Saturday the arrest of a juvenile for second-degree murder in connection to a homicide that occurred at Cosmopolitan Recreation Area Park on Nov. 2, 2020. The juvenile is the second arrest made in this incident. On May 26, 2022, members of the U.S. Marshals Service located and arrested Maurice D. Banks, Jr. in Las Vegas. Banks, 19, of Columbia, was charged with second-degree murder, first-degree assault and armed criminal action. At approximately 6 p.m. on Nov. 2, 2020, Columbia police responded to a report of shots fired at the park and located a deceased male who was later identified as Jermaine Spain, 19, of Columbia. During the investigation, officers were able to identify a second gunshot victim who received medical attention at a local hospital. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
NEW K9 TEAMS ON THE JOB
Several new K9
Teams are on the job after completing the Boone County Sheriff's Office K9 Training
Program at the Training Center. These K9 Teams include Officer Paul Gash and K9
Micky of the Jefferson City Police Department, Corporal Zach Feil and K9 Axel
of the Caldwell County Missouri Sheriff's Department, Deputy Matt Jones and K9
Blitz of the Howard County Sheriff Office, and Officer Jake Hubbard and K9 Erno
of the Kirksville Police Department. This was Class 24 to complete the program
offered through the Boone County Sheriff’s Office. The K9 Teams successfully
completed the Basic K9 Handler Course and are now certified with the North
American Police Work Dog Association and the Missouri Police Canine
Association! For
the period: 04/14/2023 – 04/20/2023 Safety Reminder: As everyone has
started mowing their lawns, please remember the dangers of blowing your grass
clippings on the highways and streets. Grass clippings may not seem like a
major issue but, they may create a very dangerous situation for those traveling
on motorcycles. Riding a motorcycle through grass clippings is comparable to
riding a motorcycle on ice. Let’s keep our roadways safe for our motorcyclist.
On April 17, 2023, deputies responded to
McKittrick for a report of two stolen handguns. Through the course of the
investigation, deputies learned the victim had two handguns stolen from her
vehicle while it was parked in McKittrick. The victim described the handguns
as, one being a Taurus Model-G3 9mm with a mounted light and green dot laser
sights, and the second being a Taurus Model-G3C 9mm with a green dot laser
sight. Both handguns were gun metal grey in color. If anyone has information
regarding the location of these handguns, please contact the Montgomery County
Sheriff’s Office at (573) 564-3378 and ask to speak to a deputy. On April 18, 2023, Deputies responded to a
residence in Jonesburg for a subject armed with a knife threatening family
members. Upon arrival, deputies confronted the subject who was still armed with
a knife. The subject appeared to be having a mental health crisis. Deputies,
while talking with the subject, had asked him multiple times to put the knife
down. While deputies were speaking with the subject, other deputies were able
to maneuver themselves into position out of sight of the subject. Deputies
rushed in, disarmed the subject and ended the situation without anyone getting
hurt. The subject was then transported to a hospital for treatment. On April 19, 2023, deputies, at the request of
the Wellsville Police Department, responded to an address in High Hill to
attempt contact with a male subject who had violated an Order of Protection.
Deputies arrived at the address and contact was made with the subject, who was
arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, booked on Violation of an
Ex-Parte (Order of Protection), and placed on a 24-Hour Hold for the Wellsville
PD. On April 20, 2023, deputies were patrolling in
the Wellsville area and stopped a vehicle for expired plates. Through the
course of the traffic stop deputies learned the driver had an active warrant
for her arrest. Deputies requested the driver to exit the vehicle several times
but she refused. As deputies attempted to arrest her, she resisted by bracing
her feet against the vehicle’s door and pulling away from deputies. Once she
was secured in handcuffs, deputies located a clear plastic bag containing
Methamphetamine in the vehicle. The driver was transported to the Montgomery
County Jail and charges were filed for Possession of a Controlled Substance,
Resisting Arrest, Failing to Register a Motor Vehicle, Operate Motor Vehicle
Without Financial Responsibility, and Fail to equip a Vehicle with a Muffler.
Calls for the Week: 911 Open Line – Bellflower Traffic Hazard – Montgomery City Fire – Montgomery City Medical – Bellflower Stealing – Middletown Fire – New Florence Citizen Assist – Montgomery City Public Service Request – Montgomery City Disturbance – Jonesburg Attempt To Contact – I 70 Check Well Being – Hermann Domestic – Montgomery City Motorist Assist – Rhineland Citizen Assist – Jonesburg Assault – Bellflower Public Service Request – Hermann Suspicious Activity – McKittrick Motorist Assist – Montgomery City Disturbance – Montgomery City Medical – Wellsville Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City Citizen Assist – Jonesburg Trespassing – Minneola Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70 911 Open Line – New Florence Leave Without Pay – Jonesburg Citizen Assist – Montgomery City 911 Open Line – Jonesburg Motorist Assist – I 70 Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg Public Service Request – Rhineland Threats – Montgomery City Assist MSHP – I 70 Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City C & I – Montgomery City Suspicious Person – Montgomery City Alarm – New Florence Domestic – Montgomery City Public Service Request – Wellsville Suspicious Activity – New Florence Suspicious Person – Jonesburg Check Well Being – New Florence Motorist Assist – Danville Courtesy Ride – New Florence 911 Accidental – High Hill Alarm – Montgomery City Harassment – High Hill School Visit – Montgomery City Disturbance – New Florence Stealing – New Florence Public Service Request – Jonesburg Public Service Request –Montgomery City Trespassing – Bellflower Public Service Request – Jonesburg Citizen Assist – Wellsville Stolen Gun – McKittrick Public Service Request – Montgomery City Check Well Being – High Hill Special Assignment – Montgomery City Check Well Being – Wellsville Peace Disturbance – Wellsville Citizen Assist – Jonesburg 911 Accidental – New Florence Disturbance – Jonesburg Livestock At Large – Wellsville Domestic – Jonesburg Stolen Gun – Montgomery City Investigation – Bellflower Civil Matter – Wellsville Found Property – Montgomery City Motorist Assist – I 70 Suicidal Subject – New Florence 911 Accidental – Wellsville Public Service Request – Jonesburg Information – Jonesburg Suicidal Subject – New Florence Public Service Request – Montgomery City School Visit – Montgomery City Traffic Hazard – Montgomery City Citizen Assist – Montgomery City Disturbance – Wellsville Disturbance – Montgomery City Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City Special Assignment – Montgomery City Harassment – Montgomery City 911 Open Line – Danville Public Service Request – Jonesburg Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City Citizen Assist – Jonesburg Suspicious Vehicle – Bellflower Suspicious Activity – Danville Special Assignment – Middletown Special Assignment – Montgomery City Special Assignment – Montgomery City Motor Vehicle Accident – High Hill Citizen Assist – Jonesburg Harassment – Jonesburg Walk In - Montgomery City Information – Montgomery City Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70 Property Damage – Montgomery City C & I – Wellsville Burglary - Middletown Juvenile Referral - Bellflower Warrant Arrest - Bellflower Stealing Motor Fuel - Jonesburg Assist MCPD - Montgomery City 12 Protective Custody - New Florence Theft - Middletown Juvenile Complaint - Bellflower Stealing of Firearm - McKittrick Mental Health - Jonesburg Tampering With Witness - Montgomery City Stealing Firearm - Montgomery City Mental Health - New Florence Mental Health - High Hill Assist Other Agency - Wellsville Possess Control Substance – Wellsville
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MAN HURT IN LINN
A Unionville man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 7:40pm Wednesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A driver was injured in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
MODOT URGING DRIVERS TO “WORK WITH US” IN RECORD BREAKING YEAR THIS CONSTRUCTION SEASON
With a record-breaking $1.8 billion for road and bridge work this year, Missouri motorists can expect to encounter a significant amount of work zones and ongoing maintenance operations during their travels this year. The Missouri Department of Transportation hosted the National Work Zone Awareness Week last week, urging motorists to “Work with Us” by making smart, safe driving choices behind the wheel to protect themselves and those they share the road with, including highway workers.
It’s not just a courtesy to slow down and move over for these work zones—it’s the law. Drivers should be aware of changing traffic conditions, observe warning signs and merge before reaching lane closures.
With a record number of construction projects, you can help make your travel safer by checking out what work zones you’ll encounter before you go. Visit MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at www.traveler.modot.org.
In 2022,
Over the past three years, TMA crashes resulted in 75 injuries and two fatalities. These crashes are almost always a result of drivers being distracted behind the wheel and/or driving too fast for the conditions. In 2022, distracted driving contributed to more than 400 work zone crashes. Additionally, 71% of those killed in work zone crashes were not wearing a seat belt.
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WOMAN KILLED, THREE INJURED, TWO SERIOUSLY IN BOONE
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MAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
66 year old Michael McConnell of
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES OVER $6.3 MILLION IN GRANTS TO
Governor Mike Parson has announced that the Missouri Department of Public Safety has approved 428 grants totaling over $6.3 million to law enforcement, fire service and
The maximum grant amount to recipients was $20,000. Grants were awarded as follows:
Law Enforcement: To date, a total of 106 law enforcement agencies have been approved to receive a total of over $1.6 million for equipment, including patrol vehicles, mobile data terminals, and investigative technology and software. The list of law enforcement grant recipients is available here.
Fire Safety: To date, a total of 224 fire service agencies have been approved to receive a total of over $3 million for equipment, including turnout gear, extrication equipment, and thermal imaging cameras. The list of fire service grant recipients is available here.
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TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF ROADS SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY IN
Weather permitting, on Wednesday, the Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., have scheduled the following temporary closures affecting some of the Interstate 70 outer roads at the Missouri Route 19 interchange at New Florence:
The
Message boards will be placed on Missouri Route 19 to alert motorists of closures.
Drivers will continue to experience additional various temporary traffic impacts over the next few months when traveling on I-70 and MO 19, near New Florence.
STRUCTURE FIRE ON SATURDAY IN
On Saturday, April 22 at approximately 5:53PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 600 block of W Boulevard in reference to a structure fire after a passerby saw smoke coming from a home. Responding personnel found fire in the kitchen and were able to contain and extinguish it in that area with the kitchen suffering serious fire damage. Rooms near the kitchen suffered heat damage and the rest of the house had some degree of smoke damage. Personnel determined that new residents were moving into the home and had left shortly before the fire, after dropping off furniture and personal items. It appeared the fire started in the area of the stove and an electrical outlet just above the stove. There were no injuries from the incident.
SCHOOLS IN BOONVILLE, FULTON AND LIBERAL WIN MODOT’S “NO MORE TRASH!” CAN DECORATING CONTEST
The Missouri Department of Transportation congratulates Ginnifer Fuemmeler and their K-2 students at Hannah Cole Primary School in Boonville, Daniel Schaefer and their 4th graders at Kingdom Christian Academy in Fulton, and Hannah Shaw and their 7th graders at Liberal R-II Middle School in Liberal on being selected as winners of the 2023 “Yes You CAN Make Missouri Litter Free” trash-can-decorating contest.
MoDOT sponsors the contest as part of
These first-place winners from each of the three competition categories (K-2, 3-5 and 6-8) receive a $200 award. All first-place winners are then eligible for the $600 grand prize and trophy. Entries are judged by MoDOT staff.
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NIGHTTIME RAMP CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEK ON I-70 IN
Weather permitting, temporary traffic impacts are currently scheduled for the week of April 24, affecting several ramps on Interstate 70 between mile marker 167 and mile marker 179. Resurfacing continues along the I-70 corridor in
Work is anticipated to be completed in two nights. All work is weather dependent and schedule changes could occur.
MAN KILLED IN SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
A Wentzville woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Sunday morning in
BOY SERIOUSLY INJURED IN LINN
A 4 year old boy from Bucklin was seriously injured in a Sunday afternoon mishap that occurred at 12pm in
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MAN INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
40 year old Dustan Pease of Vandalia was injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
TEEN KILLED, THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN RALLS
A 14 year old girl was killed and three other teens were injured, one seriously all from
DRIVER HURT IN ADAIR
A Baring driver was hurt in a Saturday morning crash in
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
On Tuesday April 18, Moberly Officers responded to the 800 block of
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PLANNED ROAD WORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route KK – April 25 & 26, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Olympic Avenue to CR 201 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.
Interstate 70 (Westbound) – April 26 & 27, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance on the bridge over
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – May 1 & 2, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance on the bridge over Loutre River from mile marker 167.4 to mile marker 168.4, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Route A – April 24, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Route U to CR 116 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – April 21 – April 28, LANE RESTRICTION for pavement patching operations from Monroe City to Clarence between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily Monday through Friday. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
A Winfield woman was seriously injured in a Wednesday morning crash in
On Wednesday at about 3:13pm the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the area of Boulevard and Calhoun in reference to a traffic crash. Officers spoke with 28 year old Jason Rioux of
MARCELINE WOMAN HURT IN LINN
A Marceline woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at around 8:45am Thursday in
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TEEN HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
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WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A woman was injured in a Tuesday afternoon crash in
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PEDESTRIAN INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY CAR IN
A pedestrian was injured after being struck by a car Monday night in
MAN HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
A man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday night in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN MONDAY EVENING CRASH
Both drivers were injured, one seriously in a Monday evening crash in
MODOT,
On Tuesday, the Missouri Department of Transportation hosted the National Work Zone Awareness Week kickoff news conference at the LCpl. Leon Deraps I-70 Missouri River Bridge Project at Rocheport, making guests some of the first to walk on the new westbound bridge. The event - created to bring awareness to work zone hazards and remind drivers of the important role they play in work zone safety - included remarks from the Federal Highway Administration as well as personal stories of impact from the daughter and granddaughter of a fallen MoDOT maintenance worker.
These individuals and more shared their stories to kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week, which takes place April 17-21.
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BOY KILLED IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A 5 year old boy from
WOMAN INJURED IN COOPER
A New Franklin woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 7:45am Sunday in
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES $30 MILLION IN FUNDING TO SUPPORT TOURISM INDUSTRY RECOVERY STATEWIDE
Last Thursday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Department of Economic Development (DED) has awarded a total of $30 million through the Local Tourism Asset Development Grant Program for 26 projects across the state. The program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and part of Governor Parson's Fiscal Year 2023 budget plan, is focused on supporting projects that further the recovery of the tourism, travel, and hospitality industries.
The Local Tourism Asset Development Grant Program was launched in October 2022. The program awarded competitive grants to applicants, including destination marketing organizations (DMOs), convention and visitors bureaus, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and chambers of commerce affected by the pandemic. Grant awards will fund a variety of projects, such as welcome and recreation centers, property renovations, museum expansions, park improvements, indoor and outdoor attraction development, and more.
MOBERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
The following incidents/arrests were investigated by the Moberly Police Department between the hours of 7am on 04/12/2023 and 7am 04/14/2023.
On April 12, 2023, Moberly Officers contacted 50-year-old Dorothy Tolson near the 300 block of
On April 13, 2023, Moberly Officers responded to
On April 14, 2023, Moberly Officers initiated a traffic stop near the intersection of
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PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR BUSINESS 61 IN
Weather permitting, on Monday, contractor crews will start work on a resurfacing project on Business 61 in
Work will occur during nighttime hours between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Motorists can expect delays as traffic will be reduced to one lane where work is occurring. All work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change. For the safety of the crews and the traveling public, they would like to remind drivers to be attentive in work zones and put down your cell phones to eliminate distractions.
The $7.6M contract, awarded to Magruder Paving, LLC. and includes the following pavement improvement projects listed below. The below work will occur during daylight hours with flaggers and a pilot car used to direct motorists through the work zone.
Pike County, Missouri Route 161 – Resurfacing from
Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as schedule changes occur.
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A Mokane driver was seriously injured in a automobile crash that happened at 7:25pm last Thursday in
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A Pacific man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 10:25pm Wednesday in
MEXICO
On Wednesday, April 12 at approximately 6:17 PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 400 block of Bolivar in reference to a disturbance. Responding personnel learned that 23 year old Amar N Sykes and 18 year old J’zmin Fierge both of
MPSD located the suspects a couple of blocks away and arrested Sykes for Assault 3rd degree and Fierge for Unlawful Use of Weapon. Both were processed at MPSD and taken to the Audrain County Jail.
On Tuesday, April 11 at approximately 3:40PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1100 block of Ringo in reference to a grass fire. Responding personnel found that a resident was burning leaves in their back yard but stopped paying attention to it for a short time. The fire spread across the yard and onto a neighbor’s property. The fire was contained and extinguished with the neighbor’s wooden privacy fence suffering minor damage. There were no injuries from the incident.
AG’S OFFICE ASSISTS
In an effort to protect
On February 14, 2014, Kavanaugh murdered three people. A fourth was lucky to live. The Defendant’s soon to be ex-wife, Jessica Kavanagh, was visiting her friend’s house. Kavanaugh showed up and suspected that his ex-wife was engaged in a sexual relationship with one of the victim’s. After arguing, he retrieved a knife from his car. He returned to the house and went on a killing spree. When he was done, Tara Fifer (age 22), Lexy Vandiver (age 29) and her son, Mason (age 7) were all dead. Jessica was stabbed multiple times but luckily survived. A total of 75 stab wounds had been inflicted on the four victims.
These murders occurred in
After a change of venue to
Count I: Murder in the first degree
Count II: Armed criminal action
Count III: Murder in the first degree
Count IV: Armed criminal action
Count V: Murder in the first degree
Count VI: Armed criminal action
Count VII: Domestic assault in the first degree
Count VIII: Armed criminal action
Count IX: Burglary in the first degree
The Court sentenced Kavanaugh to life without probation or parole for each count of murder in the first degree, fifteen years for each count of armed criminal action, life imprisonment for domestic assault in the first degree, and fifteen years for burglary in the first degree.
Assistant Attorney General Kevin Zoellner assisted the Warren County Prosecuting Attorney, Kelly King, in prosecuting the case.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A Warrenton man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 6:15am Wednesday in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
Both drivers were injured, one seriously after a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday night in
MDC REPORTS 117 NEW CASES OF CWD FOR 2022 SURVEILLANCE YEAR
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports that it sampled and tested more than 33,000 deer for chronic wasting disease (CWD) during the 2022 CWD surveillance year between July 2022 and April 2023. Of the more than 33,000 deer sampled, 117 tested positive for CWD.
CWD is a 100% fatal disease in white-tailed deer and other members of the deer family. The disease has been attributed to significant deer population declines in other states. Learn more at mdc.mo.gov/cwd.
Those 117 deer bring the total number of CWD cases found in the state to 409 since the first case in wild deer was confirmed by MDC in early 2012. Including recent sampling efforts, more than 243,000 tissue samples from wild deer have been collected for CWD testing in
Nearly 19,400 of the 33,000-plus deer tested this past CWD surveillance year were sampled as part of MDC mandatory CWD sampling efforts in select counties during the opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season, Nov. 12 and 13. Most of the remaining samples resulted from MDC’s voluntary sampling efforts conducted throughout the deer season in partnership with taxidermists and meat processors throughout the state.
Of the more than 33,000 samples, about 3,500 were collected during MDC’s targeted culling efforts conducted in cooperation with landowners on a voluntary basis after the close of regular deer season in localized areas near where CWD has been found. Through targeted culling, 41 CWD-positive deer were removed to help slow the spread of CWD.
Of the deer tested, MDC found CWD-positive deer in 23 counties: Adair (3), Barry (1), Barton (9), Carroll (1), Cedar (1), Crawford (2), Dallas (1), Franklin (22), Gasconade (1), Hickory (1), Jefferson (7), Linn (15), Livingston (1), Macon (13), Perry (4), Putnam (3), Ray (1), St. Clair (1), St. Francois (1), Ste. Genevieve (20), Stone (4), Sullivan (3), and Taney (2).
In
STOLEN PROPERTY RECOVERED BY AREA AUTHORITIES
This past Saturday, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office received a lead on the location of a Ford 8N tractor that was previously reported stolen off of Highway N in Mineola on October 4, 2022. Upon receiving the lead, Montgomery County requested the assistance of the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office and asked them to respond to O’Keefe Ridge Road, near Williamsburg, and verify whether or not this was in fact the stolen tractor. Callaway County Deputies responded and verified this was the stolen Ford tractor. The tractor was recovered and returned to Montgomery County. On Sunday, Callaway and Montgomery County deputies responded to a location off of County Road 1031, near Williamsburg, and further recovered a New Holland TN55 tractor, Land Pride Z52 zero turn lawnmower and a 3-Point Liberty Backhoe, that was all reported stolen off of Hwy N in Mineola on October 4, 2022. Also recovered was a Massey Ferguson tractor that was previously reported stolen off of Micah Road in Montgomery County on February 11, 2023. As the investigation continues, several suspects have been identified but, no arrests have been made at this time.
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MAN LYING ON RAILROAD TRACKS STRUCK AND KILLED IN
A man lying on railroad tracks was struck and killed Monday night in
DRIVER INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A Winfield driver was injured in an accident that occurred at 7:20pm Monday in
WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A woman was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
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RESURFACING PROJECTS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN IN
A resurfacing project located on Route T in Lincoln and Montgomery counties, from Missouri Route 161 in
The $2.3M contract, awarded this last year to Pace Construction of St. Louis, includes several additional resurfacing projects which will be completed in the order as listed below with all projects completed by June 30, 2023:
Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the day at the location where crews are actively working for the duration of the project. For the safety of the crews and the traveling public, we would like to remind drivers to be attentive in work zones and put down your cell phones to eliminate distractions.
Flaggers and a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Workers will be present during daylight hours, Monday through Friday, weather permitting. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place for the duration of the project. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
SWIFT PREPARED FOODS OPENS NEW $200 MILLION PRINCIPE FOODS FACILITY IN
Swift Prepared Foods, a subsidiary of leading global food company JBS
The company invested more than $200 million in the new, 325,000-square-foot Italian meats and charcuterie production facility. Principe Foods has already created 100 new jobs in the region, with plans to hire 100 to 200 more people over the next year. The company offers extremely competitive wages to attract and retain top talent. Additionally, Principe Foods offers strong benefits and tuition-free community college for team members and their children.
Swift Prepared Foods announced plans to build the new facility in
Swift Prepared Foods’ investments in
The Principe Foods facility is located at
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DRIVER INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A Clark driver was injured in a Saturday afternoon crash in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A man and woman from Laddonia were seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 12:30pm Saturday in
MAN HURT IN FRIDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A man was hurt in a Friday night accident in
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SCHOOL BUS ACCIDENT IN
A school bus accident that occurred at 3:45pm Wednesday in
MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
A man was injured in a Wednesday morning crash in
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR REST OF APRIL IN
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Missouri Route 6 – April 10-13, LANE RESTRICTION from one-half mile before and after the bridge over North Fork Salt River overflow, located near Brashear, for bridge maintenance between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily, Monday through Thursday with a 14-ft width restriction in place while work is being completed.
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – April 10 & 11, LANE RESTRICTION for core drilling operations from mile marker 183.6 to mile marker 184.2 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
Interstate 70 (Eastbound) – April 18 & 19, LANE RESTRICTION for core drilling operations from mile marker 179.6 to mile marker 180.0 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – April 7 – April 28, LANE RESTRICTION for pavement patching operations from Monroe City to Clarence between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily Monday through Friday. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working.
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GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES NEARLY $10 MILLION AWARDED TO SHERIFF’S OFFICES FOR JAIL SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri Department of Public Safety has approved a total of over $9.9 million in grants to 43 sheriff’s offices across the state for security and other improvements to local jails. Jail improvements include cell door lock upgrades, video surveillance equipment, full-body scanners, HVAC improvements, and other maintenance and improvement projects. The funding comes from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and was part of Governor Parson's Fiscal Year 2023 budget plan.
MDC REPORTS YOUNG HUNTERS TOOK 2,550
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young turkey hunters in
The regular spring turkey season runs April 17 through May 7. For more information on spring turkey hunting in
BLACK SHEEP AMMUNITION TO BUILD NEW FACILITY IN
Black Sheep Ammunition, a new manufacturer of small caliber ammunition for outdoor enthusiasts, has announced it will build a production facility in
Black Sheep Ammo is making use of a previously vacant building on
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MAN INJURED IN RALLS COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Center man was injured in an accident that occurred at 11:55am Tuesday in Ralls County. The patrol says that 73 year old Lowell Jackson was on Route P when his vehicle traveled off the roadway, then back onto the roadway and overturned. He was transported by ambulance to Hannibal Regional Hospital for treatment of moderate injuries.
TWO INJURED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY WRECK
Two people from De Soto were injured in a one-vehicle wreck Monday night in Franklin County. The highway patrol said it happened at 6:50pm Monday as 64 year old Cheryl Fields was on Project Road when her SUV went through a curve, ran off the right side of the road and struck several trees. The report states that she said her vision was obstructed by the sun. She suffered minor injuries, while her passenger 71 year old Meredith Fields sustained moderate injuries. Both were taken to Mercy Hospital in Washington for treatment.
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Monday afternoon crash in Franklin County. State troopers report that 34 year old James Ribaudo of St. Louis was eastbound on I-44 when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway, struck the guardrail face, returned to the road, drove off the right side of the road and struck the guardrail again. He was taken to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis for treatment of minor injuries. The crash occurred at 1:45pm Monday.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MARION COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Palmyra man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 10:50am Sunday in Marion County. The patrol says that 52 year old Charles Bowers was on US 61 when he attempted to exit onto MO 168 when his vehicle ran off the road and overturned. He was transported by Air Evac to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries.
ONE KILLED, TWO INJURED IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A man was killed and two others injured in a two-vehicle wreck Sunday afternoon in Franklin County. The highway patrol said it happened at around 12:45pm Sunday as 42 year old Crysta Mueller of Washington was stopped at St. Johns Road at MO 100 when she failed to yield and her jeep was struck by a van driven by 26 year old Summer Nolen of Villa Ridge. Summer Nolen suffered moderate injuries, while one of her passengers’ 32 year old Jonathan Graham of Villa Ridge sustained serious injuries. Both were taken to Mercy Hospital in Washington for treatment, meanwhile her other passenger 52 year old Jaron Nolen of Villa Ridge was taken to Barnes Jewish Hospital where he was pronounced dead from his injuries a short time later.
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
64 year old Curtis Bilbrey of De Soto was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Sunday night in Jefferson County. State troopers report that he was on Highway V when his motorcycle traveled off the right side of the roadway. He was transported by Arch Helicopter to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis with serious injuries. The crash occurred just after 6pm Sunday.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN FRIDAY EVENING INCIDENT
35 year old Keith Hedge of
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RESURFACING PROJECTS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN IN
A resurfacing project located on Route T in Lincoln and Montgomery counties, from Missouri Route 161 in
The $2.3M contract, awarded last year to Pace Construction of St. Louis, includes several additional resurfacing projects which will be completed in the order as listed below, with all projects completed by June 30, 2023:
Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the day at the location where crews are actively working for the duration of the project. For the safety of the crews and the traveling public, we would like to remind drivers to be attentive in work zones and put down your cell phones to eliminate distractions.
Flaggers and a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Workers will be present during daylight hours, Monday through Friday, weather permitting. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place for the duration of the project. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
ATTORNEY GENERAL BAILEY ANNOUNCES CONCRETE CONTRACTOR CHARGED FOR FRAUD AND THEFT IN
In an effort to protect consumers, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that his office has filed twelve felony counts of Deceptive Business Practice, Stealing by Deceit and Financial Exploitation of the Elderly against 49 year old Daniel M. Carbone of
BOWLING GREEN LICENSE OFFICE CONTRACT UP FOR BID
The Missouri Department of Revenue has announced the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) of the license office in
For a list of bid opportunities and bid response instructions, please visit
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March 30, 2023
WOMAN INJURED IN
A Warrenton woman was injured in an accident that occurred at around 7:40am Wednesday in
MAN HURT IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON MOTORCYCLE CRASH
52 year old Lowell Scott of Elsberry was hurt in a Tuesday afternoon motorcycle crash in
TWO TRACTOR TRAILERS INVOLVED IN WRECK WEDNESDAY MORNING
The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated a Wednesday morning wreck involving two tractor trailers on I-70 in
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March 28, 2023
MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in an accident that occurred at 5:45pm Saturday in
TEEN HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
19 year old Colby Nelson of Princeton was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Sunday morning in
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES OVER $94 MILLION AWARDED THROUGH COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION GRANT PROGRAM
Last week, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) has awarded more than $94 million through the Community Revitalization Grant Program for 70 projects across the state. The program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and part of Governor Parson's Fiscal Year 2023 budget plan, is focused on investing in communities of all sizes to support local priorities, encourage economic recovery, and build resilience for the future.
The Community Revitalization Grant Program was launched in September 2022. The program awarded competitive grants to applicants, including municipalities, counties, and nonprofit organizations, to benefit households, communities, and small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grant awards will fund a variety of projects, such as downtown property renovations, business skills training, homelessness prevention, and more.
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March 27, 2023
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A man was hurt in a Saturday morning incident in Gasconade County. State troopers report that it happened at 11:10am as an uninvolved vehicle was on the shoulder of MO 28 smoking when a truck driven by 72 year old Walter Scheer of New Haven swerved into the lane of an eastbound car driven by 45 year old Joseph Pondron of Sullivan to avoid the smoke when the two collided. Pondron sustained minor injuries and was taken to Sullivan Baptist Hospital for treatment.
MILAN MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ADAIR COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Milan man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 12:35pm Saturday in Adair County. The patrol says that 38 year old Janvier Peterson of Milan was on MO 6 when he attempted to pass multiple vehicles and his truck struck a vehicle driven by 54 year old Timothy Harrelson of Milan head-on. Meanwhile a third vehicle driven by 32 year old Sara Sinclair of Milan ran off the right side of the roadway to avoid the two vehicles. Harrelson was transported by ambulance to Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville with serious injuries.
DRIVER INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A driver was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday afternoon in Lewis County. The highway patrol said that 72 year old Michael Newberry of La Belle was on Route K when he ran a stop sign, crossed over MO 6 and ran off the right side of the road, striking a fence, a tree and a building before coming to rest. He was taken to Blessing Hospital in Quincy for treatment of moderate injuries. The wreck happened at around 12:45pm Friday.
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March 24, 2023
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A St. Louis man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 3:45pm Wednesday in Franklin County. The patrol says that 60 year old Gustavo Vonderlancken was on Route T when a deer came out of nowhere and struck his vehicle, ejecting him from it. He was transported by ambulance to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis with serious injuries.
WOMAN HURT IN COOPER COUNTY WRECK
A woman was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in Cooper County. The highway patrol said it happened at 2pm Wednesday as 61 year old Karen Wesselman of Pilot Grove was on MO 41 at MO 135 when she failed to yield to a truck driven by 43 year old Dallas Pinkett of Boonville and her SUV was struck in the intersection by his truck. She sustained minor injuries but refused medical transport.
TWO TROY RESIDENTS FOUND DEAD IN HOME, MAN IN CUSTODY
A man and a woman were found dead in their home in Troy Tuesday night and a man described as a person of interest is now in custody. According to KOMU, police said that the victims were discovered at a mobile home in Troy as they believe that 71 year old Don McRoberts and 58 year old Kathy McRoberts were shot in their trailer home near Eames Street and East Cherry Street. Police used drones to help search for a man in his early 20’s. On Wednesday afternoon they announced that Davionne McRoberts, a grandson of the victims was in custody, but no charges have been filed as of last report.
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NATURAL GAS RATES TO DROP FOR
The natural gas rates of Liberty Utilities (Midstates Natural Gas) Corp.
d/b/a Liberty Utilities customers will decrease under a filing that will take effect on April 1, 2023. The rate change reflects the Weather Normalization Adjustment Rider (WNAR) which authorizes rate adjustments based on weather variations. The purpose of the tariff is to adjust revenues for differences between actual heating degree days and normal heating degree days. Under the Liberty Utilities filing, a residential customer using 100 Ccf’s (10,000 cubic feet) of natural gas in a given billing month will see a reduction of approximately $9.50 a month in Liberty Utilities’ Northeast and West Districts. Natural gas rates will drop by approximately $7.84 a month for a residential customer using approximately 100 Ccf’s of natural gas in a given billing month in
MISSOURI DOCTOR ADMITS DEFRAUDING MEDICARE AND MEDICAID
A doctor from
Dr. LaMonda admitted that as early as Dec. 20, 2018, he and his father agreed to bill Medicare for services performed by Dr. LaMonda as if they had been performed by his father. After Dr. LaMonda’s Missouri Medicaid billing privileges were terminated, the pair expanded their scheme to include Medicaid claims, the plea says. Dr. LaMonda admitted causing total losses of $537,322 to Medicare and Missouri Medicaid.
At sentencing, Dr. LaMonda could face up to five years in prison, a fine of $250,000 or both.
TEXWRAP PACKAGING SYSTEMS TO EXPAND IN
Texwrap Packaging Systems, a leader in the design and manufacturing of shrink wrapping and bundling systems, has announced that it will expand in
Texwrap’s
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WOMAN HURT IN CALLAWAY
A woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 12:30pm Tuesday in
TWO MEN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
Two men from
TWO LICENSE OFFICE CONTRACTS UP FOR BID
The Missouri Department of Revenue has announced the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) of the license offices in
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March 21, 2023
MAN INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Warrenton man was injured in a two-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
MACON
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ADULT AND CHILD SHOT IN
This past Saturday, at approximately 5:11 pm, Boone County Joint Communications received numerous calls reporting shots being fired in the 700 block of
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DRIVER KILLED IN GASCONADE
A driver was killed in an accident that occurred at 1:30am Sunday in
TWO INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Two men were injured in a Friday afternoon crash in
I-70 SOUTH OUTER
Weather permitting, the week of March 20, The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., have scheduled the closure of the
Drivers will continue to experience various temporary traffic impacts over the next few months when traveling on Interstate 70 and Missouri Route 19, near New Florence.
The following traffic impacts will also be in effect with all work occurring during the nighttime hours of 8:00 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.:
All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
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ONE KILLED, TWO INJURED IN
A man was killed and also a woman and another man were injured in an accident that occurred at 3:45pm Wednesday in
DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
55 year old Stacey Williams of Vandalia was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
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CHARGES FILED AGAINST MAN WHO SHOT AND KILLED POLICE OFFICER AND INJURED ANOTHER
Formal charges have now been filed against Kenneth L. Simpson, the man accused of fatally shooting a Hermann Police Officer and wounding another. The Gasconade County Prosecutors office has charged Simpson with 1st Degree Murder, two counts of Armed Criminal Action, 1st Degree Assault and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Two officers with the Hermann Police Department attempted to arrest Simpson who had outstanding warrants at the Casey’s Convenience store in Hermann according to the probable cause statement. Neither of the two officers had guns drawn and when the suspect was told he was under arrest and started to handcuff the man, he pulled a gun and shot Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith and Officer Adam Sullentrup.
TWO PEOPLE KILLED IN CRASH TUESDAY MORNING
The Highway Patrol said both drivers were killed in a crash at 6:46 am Tuesday morning on Route C, just east of Route AA in Russellville. 35 year old Loren Nichols of
TRAFFIC BACKED UP ON i70 TUESDAY AFTERNOON DUE TO CRASH
A traffic crash backed up traffic for sometime on Interstate 70, near the Highway 63 interchange Tuesday afternoon. The Missouri Department of Transportation’s traveler’s information map showed the crash shut down the right lane of the Interstate. Columbia Police said units were responding to a vehicle collision in the area of
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
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25 year old Taylor Anderson of
THREE INJURED IN MONDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
Three people from
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VANDALIA TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A Vandalia teen was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
MAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
35 year old Craig Doerr of Owensville was hurt in a Sunday night crash in
TWO INJURED IN LINN
Two people from
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TEEN HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
18 year old Jaden Ludy of Hawk Point was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
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TEENS INJURED IN
Three teens were injured in an accident that occurred at 6:40pm Saturday in
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TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
Two people were seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 10am Thursday in
DRIVERS HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
Both drivers from O’Fallon were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
STATE FIRE MARSHAL RECOMMENDS TESTING SMOKE ALARMS AND REVIEWING FIRE ESCAPE PLANS THIS WEEKEND, AS CLOCKS SPRING FORWARD
State Fire Marshal Tim Bean recommends Missourians use the return of daylight saving time this weekend to test home smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. At 2 a.m. Sunday, March 12, clocks spring forward one hour. Bean also urges families to practice their fire escape plans. Safety experts recommend families practice their home fire escape plans at least twice each year.
Working smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a fire by one-half. About one-half of home fire deaths occur between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., when most people are asleep. That is why it is important for all family members to be able to act react quickly and get out. Each family member, including children, should know two escape routes from every room in their residence. This information should be shared with overnight guests, too.
Bean also reminds Missourians that they should have carbon monoxide alarms for their homes. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, tasteless, invisible gas that results from the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, which can be deadly if undetected.
The fire marshal makes these recommendations:
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PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY VEHICLE TUESDAY NIGHT
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday night in
TWO HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
Two
DRIVERS INJURED IN
Both drivers were injured in an accident that occurred at 3:45pm Monday in
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WOMAN INJURED IN PIKE
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MAN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday afternoon in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
54 year old Christopher Hellesvig of
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March 7, 2023
WOMAN HURT IN
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MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 10:05pm Sunday in
BOY SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON INCIDENT
A 9 year old boy from
TEEN SERIOUSLY HURT IN ATV MISHAP
18 year old Diego Thorne of
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WOMAN INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Waynesville woman was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday afternoon in
MAN HURT IN BOONE
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FOUR INJURED, TWO SERIOUSLY IN
Four people were injured, two seriously in an accident that occurred at 5:35pm Saturday in
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DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Marthasville driver was hurt in a Wednesday night crash in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY EVENING ACCIDENT
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 5:15pm Wednesday in
MAN INJURED IN LIVINGSTON
The highway patrol said that another motorcycle wreck occurred on Wednesday, this one in Livingston County as 69 year old William Donoho of Chula was on US 65 when his motorcycle struck a deer in the roadway, causing it to come to rest on its side off the west side of the road facing east. He was taken to
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MAN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING ROLLOVER CRASH
43 year old Jess Earney of Sullivan was hurt in a rollover crash Tuesday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
A driver was hurt in a Tuesday night incident in
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WOMAN INJURED IN BOONE
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 8:45pm Monday in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
52 year old Tonya Renzelmann of
WINTER SEASON MOVING OUT; POTHOLE SEASON MOVES IN
Missouri Department of Transportation crews are already focusing on pothole repairs to keep roads as safe as possible and will continue through the spring as weather allows. When you see a MoDOT crew making repairs, motorists should slow down and move over a lane to give them room to work safely – remember, it’s the law.
MoDOT maintains 34,000 miles of road, including interstates,
Potholes form when temperatures warm up during the day but continue to be cold at night. The rain and snow leave moisture that seeps into cracks and joints in the pavement. Frozen water in cracks and under the surface of the roadway causes pavement to bulge and bend. Then when ice melts, the pavement contracts and leaves gaps or voids in the surface under the pavement. When vehicles drive over the bulging pavement, it weakens the roadway, eventually causing chunks of pavement or asphalt to pop out, creating potholes.
Motorists can report the location of potholes on state-maintained roads using the following tools:
Call the 24/7
Use the Report a Road Concern form at www.modot.org/report-road-concern.
Potholes on local streets and subdivisions should be reported to local city or county maintenance departments.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 10:35am Sunday in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ADAIR
Two people were seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
PLANNED ROAD WORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route J – CLOSED for bridge maintenance from
Route C – CLOSED for brush cutting operations from Route U to Route Z, March 1-3, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route PP – CLOSED for pavement patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to the intersection of Route FF and Route CC, Feb. 27-28, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route ZZ – CLOSED for core drilling operations beginning 500 feet before the bridge over Little Loutre Creek and ending 500 feet after. Work will take place, Feb. 27 – Mar. 2, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route E – CLOSED for brush cutting operations from
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26 year old Daryl Spauldin of
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TEENS INJURED IN
Two teens were injured in an accident that occurred just before 10pm Wednesday in
TWO HURT IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Both drivers were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PARTNERSHIP CELEBRATES THREE YEARS OF INNOVATION
In recognition of National Engineers Week, the
For more information about MCTI and its ongoing transportation research, visit https://mcti.missouri.edu/.
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TROY MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Troy man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 7pm Tuesday in
TWO HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
Two people were hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday morning in
The Missouri Office of Administration (OA) is celebrating 50 years as a state executive agency in
“Since its implementation, the Office of Administration has become such an integral part in making state government operate effectively,” said Governor Parson. “The talent that makes up this department are some of the best and brightest. Milestones like this are a time to show recognition for our past accomplishments and appreciation to the hardworking men and women who continue to strive to make government better for Missourians.”
OA performs vital functions necessary for the operation of state government, from centralized accounting, budgeting, information technology, and procurement services to maintenance of state buildings, management of personnel classification, and beyond. The consolidation of resources into OA has made it possible to save citizen dollars in the provision of government services.
The collaborative efforts of OA have aided in the delivery of essential services to
OA is made up of seven divisions, and a collective of OA boards, commissions, and programs. From managing state operations and increasing efficiencies across state government, team members throughout OA are essential to making a lasting impact across state government.
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Hawk Point driver was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 9:35am Tuesday in
TROY WOMAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
A Troy woman was seriously hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Tuesday morning in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
48 year old Tracy Skiles of
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TEENS INJURED IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
Two teens were injured in an accident that occurred at 3:05pm Sunday in
PLANNED ROAD WORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route H – CLOSED for culvert replacement from Missouri Route 6 to Route Y, Feb. 21-24, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) – LANE REDUCTION from Route C to Route U, Feb. 21-24, 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily with a 10-foot width restriction in place while bridge maintenance is being completed on the structure over Crooked Creek.
U.S. Route 63 (Southbound) – LANE REDUCTION from Route T to Marshall Road, Feb. 23-24, 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily with a 12-foot width restriction in place while pavement patching operations are being completed.
Route J – CLOSED for bridge maintenance from
Route DD – CLOSED for multiple maintenance operations from County Road 195 to Route C, Feb. 21-24, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route C – CLOSED for brush cutting operations from Route U to Route Z, March 1-3, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route PP – CLOSED for pavement patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to the intersection of Route FF and Route CC, Feb. 27-28, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route ZZ – CLOSED for core drilling operations beginning 500 feet before the bridge over Little Loutre Creek and ending 500 feet after. Work will take place, Feb. 27 – Mar. 2, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.
Route E – CLOSED for brush cutting operations from
U.S. Route 63 – LANE REDUCTION for pavement patching operations between U.S. Route 24 to one-half mile south of Route EE, Feb. 22, between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
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TROY WOMAN KILLED IN FRIDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A Troy woman was killed in an accident that occurred at around 7:45pm Friday in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
61 year old Sandra Oliver of
TEENS HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
Two teens from
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DRIVER INJURED IN BOONE
A driver was injured in an accident that occurred at 7:55pm Wednesday in
59 year old Donald Forrester of Moscow Mills was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday evening in
WOMAN HURT IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING CRASH
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TWO HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Two Wentzville drivers were hurt in an accident that occurred at around 10:50am Wednesday in
WOMAN HURT IN SUV CRASH IN
A woman was hurt in an SUV crash Tuesday night in
SERIOUS INJURY WRECK TUESDAY AFTERNOON
A one-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
TEEN INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
A Perry teen was injured in a Tuesday night incident in
WOMAN HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT IN
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
74 year old Margaret Schwaller of
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ATV INCIDENT
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DRIVERS HURT IN A MULTI-VEHICLE CRASH MONDAY AFTERNOON
Two drivers were hurt in a multi-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in
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TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
Two men were injured, one seriously in a two-vehicle wreck early Sunday morning in St. Charles County. The highway patrol said it happened at 4am Sunday as 29 year old Odair Perez Murillo of
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Saturday night crash in
WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT INCIDENT
An O’Fallon woman was hurt in a Sunday night incident in
MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in an accident that occurred at 11:15am Sunday in
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COLUMBIA MAN HURT IN BOONE COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Columbia man was hurt in an accident that occurred at just before 6pm Saturday in Boone County. The patrol says that 40 year old Joshua Long was on US 63 when his jeep traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a cable barrier, overcorrected, causing it to travel off the right side of the road and came to rest in a ditch. He was transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment of minor injuries.
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING WRECK
51 year old Wesley Gander of Bunceton, MO was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday morning in Cooper County. State troopers report that it happened at 9:35am Friday as he was on MO 98 when his truck ran off the right side of the road, he overcorrected, causing it to overturn. He was taken to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries.
KIRKSVILLE MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN HORSE AND BUGGY INCIDENT SATURDAY NIGHT IN ADAIR COUNTY
A Kirksville man was seriously injured in a horse and buggy incident that occurred at 6:20pm Saturday in Adair County. The highway patrol said that 50 year old Larry Hamlin of Brashear was on Route E when his truck struck a stationary horse and buggy in the rear. The man in the horse and buggy 40 year old Mervin Miller was taken to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries, while Hamlin suffered minor injuries and was taken to Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville for treatment.
SERIOUS INJURY CRASH EARLY FRIDAY MORNING IN RALLS COUNTY
A New London driver was seriously injured in an early Friday morning crash in Ralls County. State troopers report that 58 year old Anthony Bremmer was on Route V when his pickup truck traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck a culvert. He was taken to Hannibal Regional Hospital with serious injuries. The crash happened at 12:05am Friday.
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TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF SOUTH OUTER ROAD I-70/TREE FARM ROAD AT NEW
Weather permitting, February 13, The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., have scheduled a temporary closure of the
Drivers will continue to experience temporary traffic impacts over the next few months when traveling on Interstate 70 and Missouri Route 19, near New Florence.
The following traffic impacts previously scheduled will remain:
All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change. Drivers will be alerted to all traffic impacts through signs and changeable message boards.
Wednesday, a
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MAN INJURED IN COOPER
30 year old Corey Walstead of
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
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DRIVER KILLED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
37 year old James Sarlo of Vandalia was killed in a one-vehicle wreck early Tuesday morning in
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
A St. Clair teen was seriously injured in a Tuesday morning crash in
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DRIVERS INJURED IN COOPER
Both 67 year old Carl Hufford of
STATE TO CARRY OUT SENTENCE OF LEONARD TAYLOR
On Monday, Governor Mike Parson confirmed that the State of
"Leonard Taylor brutally murdered a mother and her three children. The evidence shows
As
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February 6, 2023
COLUMBIA POLICE RESPOND TO SHOTS FIRED REPORT – INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY
Late Sunday night, Columbia Police were called to a report of shots fired in the area of 5th Street and Lyon Street. Upon arriving, officers learned an adult female had sustained apparent gunshot wounds. She was transported by EMS to a local hospital. Columbia PD officers, detectives and crime scene investigators responded to the scene and at last word the investigation was underway. The Missouri Highway Patrol also provided their assistance. More information will be released later. If you know anything related to this incident, please contact Columbia Police at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.8477.
FIRE FIGHTERS FROM KIRKSVILLE AND SURROUNDING AREAS BATTLE FIRE EAST OF KIRKSVILLE
Around 5:15 pm Sunday night, the Kirksville Fire Department along with others from around the area were called out to a battle a blasé at 21648 Bullion Way, a few miles east of Kirksville. The building was at one time an old abandoned church. The cause of the fire was undetermined and the building was a total loss. No injuries were reported
MAN DIES IN PUTNAM COUNTY GRAIN BIN FRIDAY
KTVO reports after an almost two hour search Friday afternoon, the body of a man was found in a grain bin in Putnam County. The Putnam County E-911 Center received the call just before 3:30 p.m. for a report of a man trapped in a grain bin. Multiple fire departments and emergency services responded to the farm south of Unionville, near Lemons, Mo., off of Missouri Highway 5. After searching the grain bin for an hour and 45 minutes, crews found the body of 61-year-old Bryan Reckrodt. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Unionville Fire Department, Lemons Fire Department, Putnam County Ambulance, Milan Fire Department, Green City Fire Department, Grundy County Fire Department, Trenton Fire Department, Galt Fire Department, Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, helicopter MU 1 out of Moberly and help from numerous community members. The grain bin was about 3/4 full of soybeans.
IOWA MAN KILLED IN LOGGING ACCIDENT SATURDAY IN PUTNAM COUNTY
KTTN Radio reports a Keosauqua, Iowa resident was killed Saturday in a logging accident in northeastern Putnam County. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department said the Amish man, 25-year-old Alvin Bontrager, was struck by a large tree limb as he was cutting timber for logs. The accident happened north of Livonia near 135th Street. The Putnam County E911 telecommunication center received a call during the noon hour on Saturday regarding the accident.
THREE PEOPLE KILLED IN LINCOLN COUNTY CRASH
The Highway Patrol reports 3 people were killed in a Lincoln County crash early Sunday morning. It happened at 3:40 am on South Chantille Road, south of Ethington Road when a vehicle driven by 17 year old female from Winfield was travelling too fast for conditions. The vehicle became airborne, landed, began to skid and travelled off the roadway striking a tree and overturning. The driver had serious injuries as did an occupant identified as 20 year old Trevor Bogert of Troy. Both were transported to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis be helicopter. 3 other occupants including 18 year old William Flickinger of Troy, a 17 year olf femaile from Hawk Point and a 15 year old male from Winfield were all killed in the crash
MONTGOMERY CITY MAN INJURED IN MACON COUNTY CRASH
Troopers say 18 year old Derrick Shaw of Montgomery City sustained minor injuries in a Macon County crash at 12: 10 AM Sunday morning on US 63, 3 miles north of Macon. Shaw’s vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a culvert, returned to the road, then travelled off the right side and overturned. He was transported by ambulance to Northeast Regioanl Medical Center in Kirksville for treatment.
MACON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT SUMMARY OF CALLS
The Macon County Sheriff’s Office recently released Monthly Statistics for the month of January, 2023 …
911 Hang ups-12
Alarm Calls-2
Animal Calls-6
Assaults-3
Assist Motorists-10
Assist Other Agencies-93
Burglary-2
Check the Well Being-6
Civil Matters-5
Civil Service-76
Death Investigations-2
Domestic Disturbances-4
Harassment-2
Informative/Misc-19
Juvenile Problems-4
Keep the Peace- 6
Mental Health-2
Peace Disturbance-3
Prisoner Transport-15
Property Damage-2
Public Relations Events-14
Scams-1
Sex Offender Registration/Compliance-20
Stealing-4
Suspicious Vehicles/Persons-16
Traffic Complaints-14
Traffic Stops-151
Trespassing-3
Vehicle Lockouts-8
Warrant Service-11
Jail Bookings-67
Reports Written-46
Citations Written-62
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
Covering the period 01/20/2023 – 01/26/2023 …
On January 20, 2023, deputies stopped a vehicle in the Mineola area with expired license plates. Upon contacting the driver, deputies discovered the driver’s driving privileges had been revoked. After further investigation, the driver was found to be in possession of a glass jar containing methamphetamine and a glass pipe, commonly used to ingest methamphetamine. The driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Felony Drug Paraphernalia, Failure to Register a Motor Vehicle, and Driving While Revoked.
On January 20, 2023, deputies stopped a vehicle in the Middletown area for expired license plates. Upon making contact with the driver, it was discovered that the driver’s driving privileges had been suspended. The driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, where he was booked, finger printed, and released on summons.
On January 25, 2023, deputies stopped a vehicle in the Jonesburg area for a registration violation. Upon making contact with both occupants, it was discovered the passenger had an active Probation and Parole Warrant out of Lincoln County. Deputies arrested the subject and transported her to the Montgomery County Jail.
On January 27, 2023, the Sheriff’s Office, East Central Drug Task Force, and Montgomery City PD served a search warrant on a residence on Wentz Street in Montgomery City. During the execution of the warrant approximately 13 pounds of marijuana, 1 large jar of THC wax, approximately 4.5 grams of methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia were seized from the residence. As a result of the search warrant, two subjects were arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charges were filed on both for 2cts. Possession of a Controlled Substance, Distribution of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
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Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
Unwanted Subject – Middletown
Public Service Request – Middletown
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Attempt To Contact – Hermann
Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery City
Citizen Assist – New Florence
Suspicious Person – Middletown
Motorist Assist – I 70
Trespassing – Danville
Motor Vehicle Accident – Jonesburg
Information – Montgomery City
Controlled Burn – Montgomery City
911 Open Line – Jonesburg
911 Accidental – Big Spring
Domestic – Montgomery City
Medical – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – New Florence
Information – Unknown
Information – New Florence
Motorist Assist – I 70
Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
Abandoned Vehicle – High Hill
911 Open Line – Unknown
Burglary – Bellflower
Medical – Wellsville
Motorist Assist – I 70
Medical – Montgomery City
Medical – Bellflower
Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
Disturbance – New Florence
Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
Disturbance – Jonesburg
Disturbance – Middletown
Suspicious Vehicle – McKittrick
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Assault – Bellflower
Assist Tow Company – I 70
911 Accidental – Montgomery City
Vehicle Fire – Middletown
Trespassing – Bellflower
Alarm – New Florence
Investigation – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – High Hill
Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Bellflower
Assist Children’s Division – Wellsville
Civil Matter – High Hill
Assist Warren County
Citizen Assist – I 70
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
911 Open Line – I 70
Assist Children’s Division – Montgomery City
Motorist Assist – New Florence
C & I – I 70
Assist Drug Taskforce – Montgomery City
Possess Control Substance – Montgomery City
Driving While Revoked - Middletown
Educational Neglect - Bellflower
Juvenile Matter - Montgomery City
Assist Wellsville Pd - Wellsville
Warrant Arrest - Jonesburg
Trailer Inspection – Montgomery City
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February 3, 2023
POLICE OFFICER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A police officer from Union was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 3:50pm Wednesday in
MAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A man from O’Fallon, MO was hurt in a Wednesday night crash in
NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHED TO HELP PREVENT SUICIDE AMONG SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES
On Thursday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri Governor’s Challenge Team to Prevent Suicide among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families has launched a new website to further the state’s efforts in reducing suicides: www.mogovchallenge.com.
The site provides general information on the team’s projects and strategic priorities, the impact suicide is having on the military community, and resources for both members of the military community and for anyone wishing to support them. The website also offers access to free online military culture and suicide prevention training through PsychArmor for health care providers, Veterans, employers, military family members, and others.
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February 2, 2023
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DRIVER INJURED IN
A driver was injured in a two-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
MAN CONVICTED OF
KMIZ TV in
ONGOING SHOOTING INVESTIGATION LEADS TO ARREST
Columbia Police have arrested Sean Eugene Colton, 21, of
Columbia Police have recently reopened the investigation into the murder of Virginia Davis, 43, of
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February 1, 2023
MAN KILLED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
A St. Charles man was killed in a one-vehicle wreck Monday night in
MISSOURI
Each February, the state of
STATE SEEKING ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE NUTRITIOUS MEALS TO CHILDREN DURING SUMMER MONTHS
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is looking for non-profit organizations throughout the state to help feed thousands of children who would otherwise go without meals during the summer months and during times of public emergencies, when children do not have access to free or reduced-price meals at school.
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) reimburses organizations for meals they serve to children under the age of 18 who are at risk of not having enough to eat during the summer months. The program is one of the ways
Organizations eligible to participate in the program as sponsors include non-profit organizations such as schools, faith-based organizations, camps, private nonprofit agencies and local government entities. The sites qualify if they are located in areas where at least half of the children are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals.
The federally funded program is administered by DHSS. The department will accept applications from new non-profit organizations March 1 through May 15 to participate in the program. Organizations interested in serving nutritious meals to children through the summer are requested to apply. Training in the requirements for the program will be provided.
More information about the Summer Food Service Program is available online at www.health.mo.gov/sfsp or by telephone at 888-435-1464 (toll-free). Hearing- and speech-impaired citizens can dial 711. Community organizations that would like to become sponsors may also email the Summer Food Service Program at sfsp@health.mo.gov or write to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Summer Food Service Program,
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January 31, 2023
TWO INJURED IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY ACCIDENT
Two people were injured in an accident that occurred at 10:45am Monday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A Hazelwood man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
TWO MEN HURT IN
Two men from
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January 30, 2023
CHIEFS HEADED FOR THE SUPERBOWL
The Kansas City Chiefs are advancing to Super Bowl LVII following a 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC Championship game on Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. After suffering a high ankle sprain last week in the Chiefs win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in the Divisional Round, Patrick Mahomes led the team to the Sunday night victory. Earlier in the day, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the San Francisco 49ers, 31-7, in Philadelphia, to advance to championship game for the first time since the 2017-18 season.
MEXICO MAN WANTED FOR 1ST DEGREE MURDER AND MORE
As a result of the investigation into the fires that occurred in the early morning hours of December 23, 2022, the Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office applied for and obtained an arrest warrant for Brandon S Spears, age 43, for Murder 1st degree, Arson 1st degree (times two), and Armed Criminal Action. In addition, Spears has an active arrest warrant from the Missouri Department of Probation and Parole for a probation violation. Spears was a resident of the apartment building that burned and the son of Ruth Stuart who died in the incident. Anyone with information about the investigation or Spears’ location is asked to contact CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 392-TIPS or (800) 392-8477 or the Mexico Public Safety Department at (573) 581-2100 or (573) 473-5800.
TROY DRIVER INJURED IN LINCOLN COUNTY WRECK
The Highway Patrol reports 73 year old Michael Frost of Troy sustained moderate injuries when he lost control of his vehicle on an Icy Lincoln County roadway at 7:30 Sunday night. Frost was westbound on Highway 47, west of Highway W when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned. He was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
ICY ROADWAY RESULTS IN CRASH INVOLVING CHILLICOTHE DRIVER
The patrol said 66 year old Mark Miller of Chillicothe was eastbound in Henry county when his vehicle slid on the ice covered road and he failed to stop at a stop sign and struck another vehicle driven by Kyle Wolfd of Clinton. That crash happened at the Route Y and Route OO intersection at 6:40 pm Sunday. Neither driver was injured. A 16 year old male in the Miller truck had moderate injuries. Three occupants in the Wolfd truck were injured including 41 year old Elmo Fannon and 36 year old Blaze Counts all had moderate injuries while Mark Doleman had minor injuries.
GLASGOW MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SALINE COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Glasgow man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 6:15am Saturday in Saline County. The patrol says that 23 year old Martin Nevels was on MO 240 when his car traveled off the north side of the roadway, struck the ground and overturned, ejecting him from the car. He was taken to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries.
WOMAN HURT IN FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
A St. Louis woman was hurt in a Friday morning crash in St. Charles County. State troopers report that it happened just before 7am Friday as 29 year old Kayla Goodwin was westbound on I-70 when her car was struck by a car driven by 49 year old Matthew Westphal of O’Fallon, IL, causing her car to slide off the road and strike the concrete median barrier. She sustained minor injuries and was taken to SSM Health DePaul Hospital for treatment.
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR NORTHEAST MO, JAN. 30 – FEB. 9
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northeast Missouri region for Jan. 30 – Feb. 9. All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There will also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. You are also encouraged check the map for other roadwork across our listening area and other parts of the Show Me State.
Audrain County
Lincoln County
· U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) –Jan. 30 & 31, the road will be reduced to one lane from Lincoln County Route C to Lincoln County Route U between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for bridge maintenance. There will be a width restriction of 10 feet in place while work is being completed.
· U.S. Route 61 (Northbound) – Feb. 1 & 2, the road will be reduced to one lane from Lincoln County Route U to Lincoln County Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for bridge maintenance. There will be a width restriction of 10 feet in place while work is being completed.
Marion County
· Route MM –Jan. 31 & Feb. 1, the road will have short-term CLOSURES at various locations between Veterans Road and Paulina Drive in Hannibal between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for brush cutting operations.
Monroe County
· Route V –Jan. 30 – Feb 1, the road will be CLOSED from U.S. Route 36 at Hunnewell to Monroe County Route FF between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for pavement patching operations.
Montgomery County
· I-70 Westbound Ramps (MM 175) – Feb 2, the ramps will be CLOSED between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for pavement repairs.
· I-70 Eastbound Ramps (MM 175) – Feb 2, the ramps will be CLOSED between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. for pavement repairs.
Warren County
· Missouri Route 94 – Feb. 1 & 2, the road will be reduced to one lane one-half mile before to immediately after the bridge just east of Rush Island Road between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for bridge maintenance. There will be a width restriction of 10 feet in place while work is being completed.
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January 30, 2023
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PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route K – Feb. 6-9, the road will be CLOSED from Audrain Co. Road 649 to Audrain Co. Road 553 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily for core drilling operations.
U.S. Route 61 (Southbound) –Jan. 30 & 31, the road will be reduced to one lane from Lincoln County Route C to Lincoln County Route U between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for bridge maintenance. There will be a width restriction of 10 feet in place while work is being completed.
U.S. Route 61 (Northbound) – Feb. 1 & 2, the road will be reduced to one lane from Lincoln County Route U to Lincoln County Route C between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for bridge maintenance. There will be a width restriction of 10 feet in place while work is being completed.
Route MM –Jan. 31 & Feb. 1, the road will have short-term CLOSURES at various locations between
Route V –Jan. 30 – Feb 1, the road will be CLOSED from U.S. Route 36 at Hunnewell to Monroe County Route FF between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for pavement patching operations.
I-70 Westbound Ramps (MM 175) – Feb 2, the ramps will be CLOSED between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for pavement repairs.
I-70 Eastbound Ramps (MM 175) – Feb 2, the ramps will be CLOSED between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. for pavement repairs.
Missouri Route 94 – Feb. 1 & 2, the road will be reduced to one lane one-half mile before to immediately after the bridge just west of Massas Creek Road between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for bridge maintenance. There will be a width restriction of 10 feet in place while work is being completed.
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January 27, 2023
NIGHTTIME LANE REDUCTIONS CONTINUE FOR I-70 AND
Drivers will continue to experience temporary traffic impacts over the next few months when traveling on Interstate 70 and Missouri Route 19, near New Florence.
The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., have scheduled the following traffic impacts:
All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change. Drivers will be alerted to all traffic impacts through signs and changeable message boards.
MAJOR FOOD PROCESSING CENTER AND COLD STORAGE FACILITY TO OPEN IN KANSAS CITY, INVESTING $199.6 MILLION AND CREATING 583 JOBS
West Liberty Foods, a leading protein processor, announces it will open a food processing center in
West Liberty Foods ranks among the continent’s top 50 protein processors, producing nearly 650 million pounds of food product each year for grocery stores and restaurants across the country. The company’s food processing center and cold storage facility will be directly connected and support the production of grab-and-go sandwiches. The facility will be located at the I-49 Logistics Center, a 1340-acre development in southwest
West Liberty Foods is headquartered in
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January 26, 2023
PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY TRUCK EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a truck early Wednesday morning in
MAN INJURED IN
A Union man was injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred just before 5am Wednesday in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING CRASH
21 year old Ethan Blaylock of
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two Moberly residents were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 7:55am Wednesday in
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January 25, 2023
HEAVY, WET SNOW TO CREATE A WINTRY WEDNESDAY
A winter storm is expected to bring snow to much of
The Missouri Department of Transportation urges all drivers to be aware of changing road conditions both where they are and where they plan to be.
“Crews will be out Tuesday night as the temperatures drop and conditions change from rain to snow,” said Becky Allmeroth, MoDOT’s chief safety and operations officer. “We are expecting a very heavy, wet snow which is great for making snowmen but can make roads very difficult to drive on. If you must be out, adjust your speed to the road conditions.”
If you need to travel, make sure you have a full tank of gas, blankets, gloves and provisions like water and snacks in the event of an emergency. Make sure your cellphone is fully charged, but never use it while driving. If you should slide off the road, or are involved in a crash, stay inside your vehicle with your seat belt buckled until help arrives.
If you encounter a snowplow or salt trucks on the road, always give them room to work. Do not tailgate or try to pass. Snowplow operators are reacting to the road ahead of them with a very limited field of vision. You may see them, but they may not see you.
STATE AWARDS $30 MILLION IN FUNDING TO HELP COMPANIES FIND AND TRAIN WORKERS
On Tuesday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Department of Economic Development (DED) has awarded $30 million through the ARPA Workforce Training Grant Program. The program is focused on helping companies address workforce shortages by recruiting and training thousands of Missourians.
“As we continue to invest in our workforce, we’re excited to announce the recipients of the Workforce Training Grant Program,” Governor Parson said. “From day one, our administration has made it a top priority to ensure employers have the workers they need to expand and grow. A stronger workforce means a stronger tomorrow, and this program will go a long way in ensuring
The ARPA Workforce Training Grant Program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), was launched in August 2022. The program awarded competitive grants to a wide range of applicants and will train workers for a variety of industries including child care, health care, broadband deployment, manufacturing, and more. The grant is also aimed at helping those who need it most, encouraging recipients to train at-risk and low-income populations.
“This program is going to help employers in critical industries find the workers they need to propel our economy forward,” Maggie Kost, Acting Director of the Department of Economic Development said. “At the same time, it will equip real people with job skills that improve their lives, provide for their families, and benefit their communities.”
PSC GRANTS CONFLUENCE RIVERS REQUEST TO PURCHASE A WATER AND
The Missouri Public Service Commission has granted Confluence Rivers Utility Operating Company, Inc. (Confluence Rivers) a certificate of convenience and necessity (CCN) to acquire, own, install, operate, manage and maintain a water and sewer system in
Confluence Rivers proposes to purchase all of the water and sewer utility assets of Stone Ridge Meadows Home Owners Association, Inc. (Stone Ridge). Confluence Rivers proposes to charge residential customers a fixed water rate of $27.50 a month and a fixed sewer rate of $27.50 a month until such time as the rates are modified according to law.
The Commission approved the application determining: 1) There is a need for the service; 2) Confluence Rivers is qualified to provide the proposed service; 3) Confluence Rivers has the financial ability to provide the service; 4) Confluence Rivers’ proposal is economically feasible; and 5) The service promotes the public interest.
Confluence Rivers provides water service to approximately 4,400 customers and sewer service to approximately 4,600 customers in
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January 24, 2023
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WOMAN HURT IN SUNDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
DRIVER HURT IN CAR CRASH
39 year old Corrine Argus of House Springs was hurt in a car crash Sunday afternoon in
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January 23, 2023
KEYTESVILLE WOMAN CHARGED WITH MURDER FOLLOWING DEADLY SHOOTING FRIDAY
The incident happened around 7:30 a.m. Friday at a home on Grand Avenue (Route K) in southern Keytesville. Authorities were called to a possible home invasion, but the incident turned out not to be a home invasion. The Chariton County Sheriff’s Office called in the patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control to assist. The DDCC then took over the investigation at the request of the sheriff. Following the Patrol investigation, Sherri L. Laws, 52, of Keytesville, is facing charges of second-degree murder, armed criminal action, two counts of tampering with physical evidence and delivery of a controlled substance. Investigators said Laws shot and killed Jacob D. Abney, 38, of Grandview, Missouri. KTVO’s John Garlock reports Cpl. Justin Dunn said Abney had gone to the Keytesville residence where Laws and James M. Johnson, 50, lived. One of the two let Abney into the house where a physical altercation started. The fight then moved outside. Johnson was shot and injured. He was taken to Moberly Regional Medical Center by ambulance, then flown to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment. Abney suffered gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is scheduled. Laws is being held without bond in the Chariton County jail. The investigation is continuing
VANDALIA MAN KILLED IN UTV ACCIDENT FRIDAY AFTERNOON
A Vandalia man was killed in an UTV accident that occurred at 4:45pm Friday in Ralls County. The patrol says that 26 year old Brandon McCurdy was on Vermont Lane, 2 miles southeast of Perry, MO when his UTV struck a deer in the roadway and after impact it ran off the left side of the road, struck a ditch and overturned, ejecting the driver. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
DECEASED MALE FOUND INSIDE RESIDENCE AFTER AUTHORITIES RESPOND TO RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FIRE IN MOBERLY
Saturday morning, January 21, 2023 at approximately 5am, Moberly Police and Fire Department were dispatched to 1625 S Morley Street in Moberly in reference to a residential structure fire. Officers found the body a deceased male subject inside the residence. The State Fire Marshall and Randolph County Coroner was contacted to assist in the investigation. The Randolph County Coroner later identified the victim as 62 year old Norman Lee Reed of Moberly. The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time. Moberly police said the fatal house fire was reported at approximately 5 a.m. at 1625 South Morley Street in Moberly. As of late Sunday afternoon, the cause of the fire remained undetermined and under investigation.
MADISON JUENILE INJURED IN MONROE COUNTY CRASH SUNDAY
Troopers report a 17 year old male from Madison was injured in a single vehicle crash on MO 151, 4 miles north of Madison at 4pm Sunday. According to the crash report, the juvenile was north bound and his vehicle ran off the right side of the road. The driver overcorrected and the vehicle went off the left side of the highway, crossed a county gravel road and struck an embankment. The driver had moderate injuries and was transported to Moberly Regional Medical Center for treatment by private auto.
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN BOONE COUNTY ACCIDENT
Two drivers were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 5:50pm Friday in Boone County. The patrol says that 37 year old Brandon Lightfoot of Fayette turned south onto US 63 from MO 124 west into the path of a car driven by 49 year old Oliver Oerly of Moberly which caused his car to strike the rear of Lightfoot’s truck and then both traveled off the left side of the roadway, with the truck coming to rest on the left shoulder of southbound US 63, while the car came to rest in the left lane of northbound US 63 and also another car was involved in the accident as 25 year old Dimetri Mattingly of Moberly traveled in the left lane and his car struck the front of Oerly’s car. Mattingly sustained serious injuries while Lightfoot suffered moderate injuries. Both were transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment.
WOMAN HURT IN FRIDAY EVENING WRECK
31 year old Mary Meininger of Ashland was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Friday evening in Boone County. The highway patrol said it happened at 5pm Friday as she was on Route N when she failed to negotiate a curve, causing her truck to run off the right side of the road, hit a ditch and overturned. She was treated and released at the scene for minor injuries.
LOUISIANA WOMAN INJURED IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A Louisiana woman was injured in a Saturday morning crash in Pike County. State troopers report that 60 year old Mary Cisco was on Highway 79 when her car traveled off the right side of the roadway and then returned to the road, she overcorrected, causing it to run back off the right side, strike a ditch and overturned. She was taken to Pike County Memorial Hospital for treatment of moderate injuries.
LANCASTER MAN FACING FELONY CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES
According to a report on KTVO, Ronnie Lee Miller Sr., 69, of Lancaster, is charged with possession of child pornography and sexual exploitation of a minor child. According to court documents, the Schuyler County Sheriff's Office received a report on January 13, 2023, that one of Miller's family members was using Miller's home computer and found images depicting nude children under the age of 14 in sexually explicit poses and engaged in sexual acts. Investigators seized Miller's computer and cell phone from his home in the 300 block of West Madison Street in Lancaster for forensic examination. They say they found 37 images of child pornography showing underage girls. Court documents reveal that bed sheets seen in the photos have the exact same pattern as the sheets on Miller's bed. Miller was booked into the Schuyler County jail on $200,000 cash-only bond. He'll be transferred to the Adair County jail.
MILAN POLICE INVESTIGATE HIT AND RUN
Authorities in Milan, MO are investigating a Saturday evening hit-and-run accident where a vehicle hit a building during a snow storm. Milan Police Chief Gail Hayes told KTVO a possibly red van hit the corner of the former Casey's General Store building in the 200 block of East 3rd Street in Milan and then fled the scene. Police do not know who the driver was. Hayes said the damage to the building was minimal.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WEEKLY REPORT
This report covers the period 01/06/2022 – 01/12/2023 and was submitted by the Sheriff’s Department
· On January 6, 2023, deputies received information about a vehicle involved in the theft of radiators and rims from an auto parts store in Hermann. Deputies located the vehicle traveling north on Highway 19 and conducted a traffic stop. Upon contact with the driver, deputies discovered his driving privileges were suspended. While talking to the two occupants, deputies noticed several radiators in the back seat. Hermann Police Department arrived on scene and took both subjects into custody for theft and transported them back to Hermann. Deputies will be filing charges against the driver for Driving While Suspended.
· On January 6, 2023, deputies stopped a vehicle in the High Hill area for failing to register their vehicle. Deputies made contact and discovered the driver did not have a valid license and the vehicle was reported stolen out of Cleveland, Ohio. The vehicle was towed and the driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle without a Valid License and Tampering with a Motor Vehicle.
· On January 9, 2023, deputies received a report of possible drug activity at the Love’s Truck Stop. Deputies began investigating the situation and made contact with the suspect. Through the course of the investigation, Deputies located 11.75 grams of methamphetamine and a pipe in the subjects' pockets. The subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance and Drug Paraphernalia.
· On January 9, 2023, Deputies were patrolling the area of Hwy 19 and Porters Road when they observed a vehicle traveling 84 mph in a 60 mph zone. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle and upon making contact with the driver he advised deputies his license was revoked. After confirming his driving privileges were revoked, he was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
· On January 10, 2023, deputies responded to High Hill for a report of a suspicious person in the area. The residents were concerned as the subject was walking from house to house knocking on doors and asking for a ride. Upon making contact with the subject, deputies noticed his behavior was very erratic and he appeared to be under the influence of an illegal substance. The subject refused a ride and was told to leave the area. The subject failed to leave the area and continued to harass area residents. Deputies made contact with the subject and attempted to take him into custody, but he fled on foot. After a short foot pursuit deputies caught up with the subject and attempted to restrain him. He began physically resisting the deputy's efforts. With the assistance of a local citizen, the subject was safely taken into custody. After being evaluated by EMS he was transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges of Trespassing and Resisting Arrest.
· On January 10, 2023, deputies were patrolling the area of Long Road when they observed a vehicle being operated by someone, deputies knew had a suspended driver's license. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle and upon making contact with the driver, it was confirmed her driving privileges were suspended. After further investigation, deputies located two small bags of methamphetamine and a syringe inside the vehicle. The driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Driving While Suspended and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤:
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Stealing – Montgomery City
· Information – High Hill
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Citizen Assist – New Florence
· Information – Warren County
· Motorist Assist – High Hill
· Alarm – Montgomery City
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· Stolen Vehicle – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Stolen Vehicle – Montgomery City
· Domestic – Montgomery City
· Fraud – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Public Service Request – New Florence
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
· Fire – Jonesburg
· Narcotic Activity – New Florence
· Traffic Hazard – Montgomery City
· Break In – Jonesburg
· Investigation – Jonesburg
· Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Break In – New Florence
· Juvenile Complaint – Bellflower
· Abandoned Vehicle – Middletown
· Abandoned Vehicle – New Florence
· Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Arrest Attempt – Bellflower
· Investigation – Montgomery City
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· C & I – Wellsville
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Person – High Hill
· Suicidal Subject – Rhineland
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Rhineland
· Animal Complaint – Middletown
· Medical – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request - New Florence
· Special Assignment – Montgomery City
· Burglary – New Florence
· C & I – I 70
· Civil Matter – New Florence
· Trespassing – Montgomery City
· 911 Accidental – Middletown
· Medical – Wellsville
· Attempt to Contact – New Florence
· Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
· 911 Accidental – Rhineland
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Information – Rhineland
· Check Well Being – Middletown
· Information – Unknown
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – New Florence
· Threats – Bellflower
· Suspicious Activity – High Hill
· Check Well Being - Middletown
· Driving While Revoked - Montgomery City
· Tamper With Motor Vehicle - New Florence
· Possession of Controlled Substance - New Florence
· Driving Without Valid License - Wellsville
· Warrant Arrest - Montgomery City
· Warrant Arrest - Bellflower
· Resting Arrest - High Hill
· Possess Control Substance - Montgomery City
· Assist Montgomery City Police Department - Montgomery City
· Property Damage - New Florence
LIVINGSTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WEEKLY REPORT
Livingston County Sheriff Steve Cox reported Friday the following Incidents, Arrests, and More …
Incident Reports:
· January 02 LCSO assisted a rural family on possible suicidal relative that had sent disturbing message(s) and was unable to be located. Person was later located in another county and was fine but would seek professional assistance.
· January 06 a Dawn resident reported violation of a protection order after receiving messages from the person who is not to contact her. Further investigation shows the respondent in the matter was not served the protection order until the next day, therefore the criminal case is now closed.
· January 13 Deputy Sheriff/School Resource Officer Mike Lewis filed a report with this office regarding an alleged peace disturbance and threat made at Chillicothe High School by a juvenile. School Officials and Deputy Lewis handled the situation at the school. The parent(s)/guardians for the juvenile were contacted and juvenile officials now have the case.
· January 14 about 11:00 a.m. LCSO deputy made a vehicle stop for expired registration and learned the juvenile occupant was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The parent/guardian was contacted and the juvenile turned over to the adult. A report is being submitted to the juvenile office.
· January 15 about 8:05 p.m. LCSO was dispatched to Dawn as a resident believed 2 people in a vehicle were planning on stealing from him or his property. A vehicle had been by his residence and the headlamps were or went off. The resident shined a light into the vehicle and words apparently were exchanged. Investigation continues.
· January 17 LCSO handled call of an adult potentially suicidal in the north part of Livingston County. This was an unfounded call for service.
· January 18 LCSO responded to call for service where a juvenile was allegedly suicidal. Person was taken to Hedrick Medical Center for assistance and later released with a parent or guardian.
· January 18 LCSO was dispatched to Wheeling regarding a fire at vacant apartments near the fire station. Incident report completed and turned over to Missouri Fire Marshal.
· January 18 about 10:11 a.m. LCSO responded to the 200 block of N. Sherman in Wheeling for an unattended death investigation. LCSO worked with deputy coroner and preliminary information suggests the elderly female passed due to natural causes. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the family and other loved ones.
Most Wanted Updates:
Arrested January 10:
· Anthony M. Rounkles, 33, Hale by MSHP on Livingston County arrest warrants for alleged Failure to Obey a Judge's Order on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $20,000 on case #22LV-CR00410. LCSO Jail Management records show Mr. Rounkles was arrested/incarcerated on this case September 28 through October 19, 2022 when he was released on ROR bond. Warrant added December 07, 2022 on case #22LV-CR00193 for alleged Failure to Appear in Court on original class E felony Leaving Scene of Accident-Property Damage Exceeding $1,000. Bond set at $10,000. Mr. Rounkles was transferred to Harrison County Jail in lieu of bond.
Added January 12:
· Victoria Renee Libeer, 41, Brookfield, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Violation of Bond Conditions on original class E felony of Harassment-1st degree. Bond set at $25,000 on case #21LV-CR00332-01. LCSO Jail Management records show Ms. Libeer was initially arrested/incarcerated on this case July 06-July 12, 2021 and released on ROR bond. Warrant again issued and served/incarcerated November 10-December 01, 2022 and again released on ROR bond. We are again seeking the whereabouts of Ms. Libeer.
· Stephen J. Johnson, 32, Braymer, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class C felony Delivery of Controlled Substance and class E felony Resisting Arrest/Detention/Stop by Fleeing-Creating a Substantial Risk of Serious Injury/Death to Any Person. Bond denied by the court on case #23LV-CR00010. Offense date November 22, 2022.
Added January 17:
· UPDATE: Mr. Swartz was arrested by Jackson County authorities on January 18, 2023. Extradition will take place at earliest opportunity. Kegan S. Swartz, 30, Kansas City, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Probation Violation on original class E felony Fail to Register as a Sex Offender-2nd offense. Warrant 21LV-CR00063-01 lists alleged violations of probation as being Residency, by not residing at KC Recovery Now in Independence, MO. Employment, by not providing verification of employment. Association, by associating with prohibited person. Special Conditions, by not paying costs on 18AR-CR01472-01. Supervision Strategy, Swartz is non-compliant with sex offender registration requirements. Bond set at $20,000 cash.
· Chase Jordan Fantazia, 32, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Probation Violation on original class E felony Unlawful Use of a Weapon-Subsection 4-Exhibiting. Warrant 19LV-CR00692-01 lists alleged violation of probation as being: Drugs, by testing positive for methamphetamine. Bond set at $20,000.
Added January 20:
· Savannah Kathryn Jimenez, 33, Kansas City, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $5,000 on case #23LV-CR00022. TIP information is Ms. Jimenez is aware of this warrant and hiding in Chillicothe.
· Stephanie Rae Standley, 33, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Failure to Obey Judge's Order on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $10,000 on case #22LV-CR00603. LCSO Jail Management records show Ms. Standley was arrested/incarcerated on this case November 14-18, 2022 when she was released on ROR bond.
· Heather Louise Woods, 28, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Probation Violation on original charge class D felony Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating Substantial Risk-1st degree-1st offense-No Sexual Contact. Bond set at $20,000 on case #21LV-CR00308-01. Warrant lists alleged violations of probation to include: Residency, by not living at her approved home plan Employment, by failing to obtain/maintain employment or enter into any approved programs. Reporting Directives, by twice failing to report as directed. Reporting Directives, by failing to return to her approved home plan. Special Conditions, by failing to obtain employment or enter into furthering education programs. Special Conditions, by associating with known narcotics users. Special Conditions, by failing to complete public service work. Special Conditions, by failing to obtain/maintain employment. LCSO Jail Management records show Ms. Woods was initially arrested/incarcerated on this case Jun 15-16, 2021 and released on ROR bond. The court again had Ms. Woods arrested/incarcerated September 16-20, 2021 when she was again released on ROR bond. Then again October 07-18, 2021 and again released on ROR bond. Ms. Woods was again incarcerated on this case January 06 through February 05, 2022 when she served 50 days shock time. Then June 11 until August 11, 2022 when Ms. Woods was taken to Dept. of Corrections for a treatment/education program. We are once again looking for Ms. Woods.
Other Arrests:
· January 05 about 11:30 a.m. LCSO arrested Chamen Richard Bell, 37, Blue Springs, on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Probation Violation on original class E felony Harassment-1st degree. Mr. Bell was transferred to the Caldwell County Detention Center in lieu of $15,000 bond.
· January 05 at 12:03 p.m. LCSO arrested Kayla Linn Jones, 29, Trenton, on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Ms. Jones was transferred to the Harrison County Detention Center in lieu of $20,000 bond.
· January 05 LCSO arrested John Wayne Rothwell, 54, St. Joseph, on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Fail to Obey a Judge's Order on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Mr. Rothwell was transferred to the Caldwell County Detention Center in lieu of $20,000 bond.
· January 05 LCSO arrested Faren Danielle Evans, 32, Dawn, on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. The Court later amended the warrant to ROR bond provided Ms. Evans follows the requirements for bond.
· January 12 at 10:45 a.m. LCSO served an arrest warrant in the 300 block of JFK on Dillon Lee Potter, 26, Chillicothe, for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Mr. Potter was processed at the LEC and transferred to Caldwell County Detention Center in lieu of $20,000 bond.
· January 12 at 3:57 p.m. a deputy stopped a vehicle for excessive speed and subsequently arrested the driver being Lori Ann Redell, 53, Utica, for alleged Driving While Suspended-1st offense and excessive speed. Ms. Redell was processed at the Law Enforcement Center and released on summons.
· January 14 at 11:00 p.m. a deputy made a traffic stop in the area of Third and Cherry Streets in Chillicothe. The stop resulted in the arrest of Sarah N. Moore, 47, Princeton, for alleged Driving While Suspended/Revoked-2nd offense. Ms. Moore was processed at the Law Enforcement Center and released on summons.
· January 15 about 4:53 p.m. LCSO had responded to a call in Chula regarding a certain person who was observed by the deputy driving a pickup. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Sarah Nicolle Moore, 47, Princeton, for the alleged Driving While Revoked. Ms. Moore was processed at the LEC and released on summons.
· January 17 at 8:27 a.m. a deputy was assigned traffic safety enforcement overtime grant project and stopped a speeding vehicle on U.S. 36. This resulted in the arrest of two persons once being the driver, Joshua C. Uthe, 30, Winfield, for alleged No Valid Driver's License. The second person was the passenger Cheyenne Kay Walton, 28, Winfield for alleged felony Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Methamphetamine Drug Paraphernalia. Both persons were processed at the LEC and released on summons and pending results from the crime lab.
Citations:
· January 06 at 4:15 p.m. an Illinois driver was cited for 85 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at LIV 261.
· January 06 at 11:00 p.m. a Chillicothe driver was cited for not having 2 working headlamps on a stop near Highway 190 and Highway 65.
· January 10 at 12:45 p.m. a LaPlata driver was cited for 82 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Utica.
· January 10 at 2:05 p.m. a Meadville driver was cited for Failure to Register Motor Vehicle with expired July 2022 license plates.
· January 10 at 2:29 p.m. a Chillicothe driver was cited for Failure to Register Motor Vehicle and required to appear in court as he has never registered the vehicle.
· January 12 at 12:10 a.m. a Chillicothe driver was cited for no headlamps on motorcycle and failure to stop at stop sign/signal.
· January 13 at 12:25 a.m. a Chillicothe driver was cited for failing to stop at sign/signal.
· January 13 at 2:45 p.m. a Chillicothe driver was cited for a seat belt violation after being stopped for a moving violation.
· January 14 at 9:50 a.m. an Illinois driver was cited for 83 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Mooresville.
· January 14 at 7:25 p.m. a Chillicothe driver was cited for 51 in a 35 on Highway 190.
· January 15 at 12:50 p.m. a Brunswick driver was cited for 84 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at LIV 255.
· January 17 at 8:06 a.m. a Lenexa KS driver was cited for 81 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville.
· January 17 at 8:22 a.m. a Winfield driver was cited for No Valid Driver's License on a stop on U.S. 36 at LIV 4068.
· January 17 at 11:33 a.m. an Illinois driver was cited for 83 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Mooresville.
· January 17 at 11:53 a.m. a Raytown driver was cited for 82 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Mooresville.
· January 19 at 10:10 a.m. a Utica driver was cited for not having auto insurance on a traffic stop on Highway 65.
· January 19 at 3:00 p.m. an Ohio driver was cited for 91 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at LIV 412.
Additional Information:
· LCSO received information of a suspicious person in the area of LIV 233 and Old Highway 190. Multiple checks of the area led to deputy contacting the subject on the evening of January 06. The man was lying to the deputy but nothing was found illegal. LCSO will periodically monitor the area.
· January 05 LCSO had 20 detainees appear in Livingston County Circuit Court.
· January 10 LCSO transported Stephanie Brownsberger, 50, to the Missouri Department of Corrections in Vandalia.
· LCSO staff has been taking several online annual required training courses.
· A parked LCSO vehicle was damaged from a hit/run driver recently. Estimates were obtained and were in the range of $3,000 in damage. Repairs being made to the 2022 Durango. Chillicothe PD investigated the incident.
· LCSO has had multiple meetings regarding 2023 budgets for this office.
· LCSO has remained busy working on various criminal and fugitive investigations. We have shared information with several agencies and contacted other state agencies regarding issues we have been working on.
· Additional security was in place for Livingston County Circuit Court on January 19 as information obtained earlier in the week included information about certain detainee(s) being combative, aggressive and not wanting to comply with law enforcement. We had no problems in court or during transports.
· LCSO has worked with and assisted multiple people with mental health issues this month.
· If you have information on these or other crimes please call dispatch at 660-646-2121.
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TEEN HURT IN
A Silex teen was hurt in a Wednesday night crash in
UNIONVILLE WOMAN HURT IN PUTNAM
A Unionville woman was hurt in an accident that occurred at 7:20am Thursday in
BUCKLIN MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Bucklin man was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING INCIDENT
36 year old Jon Haws of Raytown suffered minor injuries in an early Thursday morning incident in
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January 19, 2023
DRIVERS HURT IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Both drivers were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
HALLSVILLE WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SCHUYLER
A Hallsville woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at around 11:20am Wednesday in
MDC REPORTS FINAL DEER HARVEST FOR SEASON NEARLY 300,000
Top harvest counties for the overall deer season were
Hunters harvested 295,143 deer during the 2021-2022 deer hunting season with 143,815 being antlered bucks, 26,750 being button bucks, and 124,578 being does.
ARCHERY DEER RESULTS
Deer hunting ended with the close of the archery season. Preliminary data from MDC showed that hunters checked 56,525 deer during the 2022-2023 archery deer season. Top counties for the archery deer season were Jefferson with 1,391 deer harvested,
Hunters checked 59,498 deer during the 2021-2022 archery deer season.
For deer harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/
For deer harvest summaries from past years, visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/deer-reports/deer-harvest-summaries.
ARCHERY
Fall archery turkey hunting also ended Jan. 15. Preliminary data from MDC showed 2,446 turkeys harvested. Top counties for the fall archery turkey season were
Hunters harvested 2,516 turkeys during the 2021-2022 fall archery turkey season.
For more turkey harvest information for the current season, go online at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
For more harvest information on past turkey seasons, visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey/turkey-reports/turkey-harvest-summaries.
HUNTING INCIDENTS
MDC reported two firearms-related hunting incidents during deer and turkey season with both being non-fatal and being self-inflicted.
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TEEN INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY VEHICLE AWAITING TO GET ON SCHOOL BUS IN
A 16 year old St. Clair teen was injured after being struck by a vehicle awaiting to get on a school bus Tuesday morning in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN
Two Troy residents were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 8:25pm Monday in
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Sunday night crash in
TEEN INJURED IN SALINE
A 17 year old Slater teen was injured in an accident that occurred at 11:05am Monday in
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WOMAN INJURED IN
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 8:15pm Friday in
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DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
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January 13, 2023
MARSHALL MAN INJURED IN THURSDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A Marshall man was injured in an accident that occurred at around 11:50am Thursday in Pettis County. The patrol says that 56 year old Kyle McClure was on Route T when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway, struck a ditch, overturned and struck a fence before coming to rest upright in a field. He was taken to Centerpoint Medical Center for treatment of moderate injuries.
MOTORCYCLIST HURT IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A motorcyclist was hurt in a Wednesday afternoon crash in Pettis County. State troopers report that it happened at around 3:35pm Wednesday as 45 year old Nathaniel Vanderlinden of Sedalia was on MO 127 when he failed to negotiate a curve, causing his motorcycle to run off the right side of the road and overturned, ejecting him from it as it came to rest in a ditch. He sustained moderate injuries and was taken to Western Missouri Medical Center for treatment.
KIRKSVILLE MAN KILLED IN SAWMILL ACCIDENT
KTVO’s John Garlock reports A deadly tragedy happened Wednesday at a northeast Missouri sawmill. The incident was reported shortly after 1 p.m. at the sawmill on Highway 6, west of Brashear near the Route V intersection. The victim is identified as Brendan Folsom, 21, of Kirksville. Adair County Coroner Brian Noe told KTVO Folsom was fatally cut by multiple saw blades. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Law enforcement officers call it a tragic accident, but they were unable to provide details on exactly how it happened. The incident remains under investigation.
CONTROLLED BURN GETS OUT OF CONTROL NEAR SHELBINA
The Shelbina Fire Protection District was called to the natural cover fire southeast of Shelbina around 1:45 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. The property owner was attempting to burn off Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres along Monroe Road 311, when the winds picked up and spread the fire to the neighboring property. Approximately 40 acres of CRP land and brush burned before the blaze was brought under control. No injuries were reported.
GREEN CITY MAN ARRESTED
FOR FAILING TO OBEY COURT ORDER
Anthony Dorsey, 31, of Green City, Missouri, was taken into custody by Missouri
State Highway Patrol troopers and Sullivan County, Mo. Sheriff's deputies on
Wednesday. KTVO reports Dorsey was arrested on a Putnam County warrant for
violating the terms of a furlough by going absent without official leave from a
treatment center on Dec. 15, 2022. He also failed to return to the custody of
the Putnam County Sheriff's Office as required. His original charges include
possession of controlled substance and unlawful possession of drug
paraphernalia. Dorsey is being held in the Daviess Dekalb Regional Jail with no
bond.
COLUMBIA MAN DEAD FOLLOWING COLUMBIA POLICE OFFICER INCOLVED SHOOTING INCIDENT
This past Wednesday, January 11th at approximately 5:45 p.m. Columbia Police were involved in an officer-involved shooting in the 4200 block of Clark Lane. The subject involved is identified as Jordan Pruyn, 28, of Columbia. At approximately 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Columbia Police responded to a report of a disturbance with a weapon in the 4200 block of Clark Lane. It was reported to officers who were responding to the active assault with a weapon that the subject had assaulted multiple individuals and that others in the area were in danger. Officers arrived on scene and the subject then retreated into a mobile home, where he barricaded himself inside while officers attempted to make contact with him. Multiple resources were called to the scene to help resolve the situation, including the Department’s Crisis Negotiation Team, medics, the Department’s embedded Community Behavioral Health Liaisons and the SWAT team. After multiple attempts to communicate with him, the subject exited the front door with a knife and ran toward officers in a threatening manner while officers were telling him to drop the knife. When Mr. Pruyn continued to run without dropping the knife, two officers fired at him, striking him. He was then taken by EMS to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The incident is being investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control while CPD runs its Internal Affairs Investigation concurrently. This is an ongoing investigation. More information may become available later.
SUSPECT ARRESTED AND CHARGED IN COLUMBIA HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
On Tuesday, January 10th at approximately 5:30 p.m. officers with the University of Missouri Police Department were dispatched for a welfare check at Hudson Hall on the University of Missouri campus. The investigation led MUPD to the 2400 block of Bentley Court, where officers located unidentifiable human remains. The circumstances these remains were found in appeared to be suspicious. At the request of MUPD, the Columbia Police Department responded to the scene to conduct a homicide investigation. Authorities were able to quickly identify a suspect in this case. Probable cause was established to arrest Emma Adams, 20, of Columbia for second-degree murder, armed criminal action, tampering with physical evidence and abandonment of a corpse. Due to the condition the body was found in, we are unable to make a positive ID at this time. While we believe we have a good idea of who the victim is, we need to obtain more definitive information and inform next of kin before we are able to release a name. For now, the victim will be referred to as John Doe. Columbia Police detectives will continue to work with MUPD, the medical examiner's office and the prosecutor's office to complete this investigation.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department provided the following information for the period 12/28/2022 – 01/05/2023
· On December 29, 2022, deputies patrolling the area of Melvin Road observed a suspicious vehicle. Deputies made contact with the occupants of the vehicle and discovered the driver had an active Montgomery County Warrant for Driving While Intoxicated, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
· On December 30, 2022, deputies stopped a vehicle in the Wellsville area for failing to maintain a single lane of traffic. Upon making contact with the driver, deputies reported a strong odor of intoxicants and a child in the vehicle. The driver failed the Field Sobriety Test and was taken into custody. The driver was transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Driving While Intoxicated, with a person less than 17 years of age in the vehicle.
· On January 1, 2023, while patrolling the area of Highway MM, deputies observed a vehicle turning onto Post Oak School Road without any license plates affixed to the vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle and contact was made with the driver. Through the course of the investigation, deputies learned the driver did not have a valid license as his driving privileges had been previously suspended for ten years. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail. He was booked and released with citations for Operating a Motor Vehicle without a License and Failing to Register a Motor Vehicle.
· On January 4, 2023, deputies were patrolling Highway 19 near Montgomery City when they observed a vehicle traveling south with expired plates. Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, the vehicle accelerated and failed to stop. Deputies pursued the vehicle as it left the roadway and began driving through a field. After crossing two separate fields the vehicle became stuck in the mud and the driver was taken into custody. After further investigation, it was discovered that the driver's driving privileges were revoked. He was transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges of Driving While Revoked, Resisting Arrest, Failing to Register a Motor Vehicle, Displaying Plates of Another, Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility, and Property Damage.
· On January 4, 2023, deputies patrolling the area of Davis Road conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for impaired driving. Deputies reported, due to the driver’s action, the driver appeared to be under the influence of an illicit drug. A Montgomery County Deputy who is a Drug Recognition Expert conducted an evaluation on scene and determined the driver was in fact under the influence of an illicit drug. After further investigation, the juvenile passenger was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges of Driving While Intoxicated. The juvenile was transported to his residence, and charges for Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Drug Paraphernalia will be forwarded to the Montgomery County Juvenile Office.
Calls for the Week:
· Alarm – Wellsville
· Check Well Being – McKittrick
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Fraud – Montgomery City
· Investigation – Jonesburg
· Weapons Offense – Montgomery City
· Informational – Truesdale
· Check Well Being – Bellflower
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
· C & I Driver – Montgomery City
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Medical – New Florence
· Medical – New Florence
· Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Wellsville
· Medical – Montgomery City
· 911 Open Line – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Medical – Bellflower
· Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Open Door – Montgomery City
· C & I – Jonesburg
· Medical – New Florence
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Vehicle – New Florence
· 911 Accidental – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Person – Wellsville
· Burglary – Montgomery City
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Motorist Assist – Jonesburg
· Domestic – I 70
· Illegal Dumping – Montgomery City
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Civil Stand By – Rhineland
· C & I – Montgomery City
· Traffic Hazard – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Person – Gamma
· Unwanted Subject – Middletown
· 911 Accidental – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Buell
· Disturbance – Prices Branch
· Disturbance – Bellflower
· Motorist Assist – Wellsville
· Medical – Montgomery City
· Harassment – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Structure Fire – Bellflower
· Check Well Being – McKittrick
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Middletown
· Disturbance – Middletown
· Burglary – Wellsville
· Trespassing – New Florence
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Activity – Bellflower
· Domestic – New Florence
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Medical – Bellflower
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Fire – I 70
· Information – High Hill
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Suicidal Subject – Montgomery City
· Attempt To Contact – Montgomery City
· Trespassing – Montgomery City
· Suicidal Subject – Bellflower
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Public Service Request – Bellflower
· Medical – New Florence
· Attempt To Contact – Bluffton
· Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Bellflower
· Suicidal Subject – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
· Vehicle Fire – I 70
· Compliance – Montgomery City
· Check Well Being – Bellflower
· Harassment – Montgomery City
· Illegal Dumping – Wellsville
· Trespassing – New Florence
· 911 Accidental – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Vehicle - Jonesburg
· Fraud Use of Credit Device - Montgomery City
· Death Investigation - New Florence
· Death Investigation - Bellflower
· Warrant Arrest - New Florence
· Property Damage - Bellflower
· Driving While Intoxicated - Wellsville
· Littering - Montgomery City
· Scam - Wellsville
· Juveniles Fighting - Jonesburg
· Fire Investigation - Bellflower
· Driving Without Valid License - Middletown
· Motor Vehicle Accident - Middletown
· Child Custody Dispute - Jonesburg
· Resist Arrest - Montgomery City
· Death Investigation - New Florence
· Possess Control Substance – Montgomery City
· Recovered Stolen Vehicle - Montgomery City
· Fail To Register As Sex Offender - Montgomery City
· Driving While Revoked - Montgomery County
· Driving Without Valid License - Montgomery City
· Trespassing Notice - New Florence
MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR 118TH RECRUIT CLASS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in Missouri. Those who successfully complete testing will be eligible to continue in the selection process for the 118th Recruit Class, scheduled to begin training on July 3, 2023. The application deadline is March 1, 2023. To be eligible, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy. Interested persons can find out more about the qualifications and benefits by contacting a Patrol recruiter at telephone number 1-800-796-7000, or may apply online at www.motrooper.com.
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TEEN INJURED IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A Villa Ridge, MO teen was injured in an accident that occurred at around 1:25am Wednesday in
COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST DISTRICT
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Northeast District projects during its regular meeting on January 4.
Contracts include the following:
Additional information, regarding timelines and impacts to traffic, will be released prior to the start of construction.
NECAC SEEKS INPUT THROUGH SURVEY
Residents of 12
The North East Community Action Corporation is conducting a Community Needs Survey through June 30th.
The goal is to identify barriers or gaps in current services and come up with solutions. NECAC conducts the survey every three years as part of its requirements to receive federal and state funding for social service, community health and public housing programs. Past questionnaires led to creation of food pantries at NECAC service centers, a diaper distribution program and an employment readiness service.
The survey features 36 questions covering income, employment, education, housing, transportation and other needs. It can be filled out electronically at NECAC Service Centers, on the NECAC Facebook site or on SurveyMonkey.
In the spring, NECAC will put together focus groups made up of residents, businesses and organizational representatives to study the possibilities.
People with questions may call NECAC at 573-324-6633.
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
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WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
A Moscow Mills woman was hurt in a Tuesday morning crash in
MAN INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
62 year old Larry Manier of High Ridge sustained moderate injuries in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Marthasville man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 2:15pm Sunday in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A Festus driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
MONTGOMERY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT HAD BUSY FRIDAY
Firefighters with the Montgomery County Fire Protection District worked three calls this past Friday evening. The first call came in a little after 5:30 regarding a power line down with a fire. Upon arrival firemen found the line on the ground arcing and assisted in creating and maintaining a safe area until Ameren arrived. After the line was shut down, personnel went to view where the line had blasted holes in the ground and made glass from the items in the soil. With a little investigation, fire crews discovered it takes temperatures over 4,000 degrees to make glass which was a strong reminder power lines are no joke be sure to stay away if you see one down. The second call involved a reported Rollover motor vehicle accident on Highway 19. Those involved had left the scene before arrival. And Call three was reported as a motor vehicle accident on Interstate 70 which turned out to be a broken down car parked on the side of the road in the area.
This past Thursday, January 5th at approximately 8:06 p.m., Columbia Police were dispatched to a report of a robbery at Passions, an Adult Themed business in the 1100 block of Business Loop 70 East. It was reported that the suspect entered the business armed with a handgun and fired one shot into the ceiling. He demanded money from the cashiers and took an undisclosed amount of cash. He fled from the scene on foot. The suspect is described as a Black male, wearing all black clothing. If you can help identify the suspect, have any knowledge of details related to this case or knowledge of similar offenses, please call the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477). Columbia Police Detectives are investigating this case. According to the News Release, certain details are being withheld in this case to assist in their investigation.
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TEMPORARY NIGHTTIME TRAFFIC IMPACTS SCHEDULED ON I-70 AND
Drivers can expect temporary traffic impacts over the next several weeks when traveling on Interstate 70 and Missouri Route 19, near New Florence, as construction continues on the bridge replacement and interchange improvement project. The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., have scheduled the following lane reductions:
MAN AND WOMAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A man and a woman from Holts Summit were injured in an accident that occurred at 7:10pm Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
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MAN HURT IN
A man was hurt in an accident that occurred just before 6am Thursday in
WOMAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Fredericktown woman was injured in a Wednesday night crash in
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
The following information provided by the Sheriff’s office covering the period 12/21/2022 through 12/27/2022
· On December 22, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in New Florence for a possible overdose. While on scene Deputies learned one of the individuals on scene had a felony warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Once EMS transported the patient, deputies made contact with the wanted subject and advised him he was under arrest. The subject resisted and fled on foot. Deputies pursed the subject but, were unable to locate him. Charges have been filed for Resisting Arrest.
· On December 22, 2022, Deputies received a report of a missing person. The caller advised her 66-year-old father left the residence on foot the previous night and has not been heard from since. She was concerned for his safety due to the extreme cold conditions. Deputies began searching the last known area and Silver Alert was sent to all agencies throughout the state. A short while later the missing individual was found walking in Jonesburg and transported back to his residence.
· On December 27, 2022, Deputies responded to New Florence in an attempt to locate a subject who had previously fled from law enforcement and had an active warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Deputies knocked on the front door and the suspect answered the door. Once the suspect realized it was law enforcement he slammed the door and barricaded himself in the house. Deputies gained entry into the house and locate the suspect hiding in the attic. He was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail for the warrant and an additional charge of Resisting Arrest.
Calls for the Week:
· Resist Arrest - New Florence
· Missing Person-Located - Montgomery County
· Death Investigation - Middletown
· Domestic Disturbance - New Florence
· Resist Arrest - New Florence
· 911 Accidental – Montgomery City
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Bellflower
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Person – Bellflower
· Trespassing – Montgomery City
· Abandoned Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Disturbance – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Missing Person – Jonesburg
· Open Door Check – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Medical – Middletown
· Medical – Middletown
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Animal Abuse/Neglect – New Florence
· Medical – Montgomery City
· Arrest Attempt – New Florence
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· Disturbance – New Florence
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· C & I – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Hannibal
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
· Domestic – New Florence
· Domestic – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· C & I – I 70
· Attempt To Contact – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Assist St. Louis County
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· C & I – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person – Montgomery City
· Arrest Attempt – Bellflower
· Alarm – New Florence
· Information – Montgomery City
· Animal Complaint – Bluffton
· Stealing – New Florence
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Fraud – Middletown
· Civil Stand by – Rhineland
· Suicidal Subject – New Florence
· Assist Other Agency – Bellflower
· 911 Accidental – Rhineland
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Assist JBFD – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – McKittrick
· Alarm – Wellsville
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
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January 6, 2023
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MAN HURT IN
A man was hurt in an accident that occurred just before 6am Thursday in
WOMAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Fredericktown woman was injured in a Wednesday night crash in
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
The following information provided by the Sheriff’s office covering the period 12/21/2022 through 12/27/2022
· On December 22, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in New Florence for a possible overdose. While on scene Deputies learned one of the individuals on scene had a felony warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Once EMS transported the patient, deputies made contact with the wanted subject and advised him he was under arrest. The subject resisted and fled on foot. Deputies pursed the subject but, were unable to locate him. Charges have been filed for Resisting Arrest.
· On December 22, 2022, Deputies received a report of a missing person. The caller advised her 66-year-old father left the residence on foot the previous night and has not been heard from since. She was concerned for his safety due to the extreme cold conditions. Deputies began searching the last known area and Silver Alert was sent to all agencies throughout the state. A short while later the missing individual was found walking in Jonesburg and transported back to his residence.
· On December 27, 2022, Deputies responded to New Florence in an attempt to locate a subject who had previously fled from law enforcement and had an active warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Deputies knocked on the front door and the suspect answered the door. Once the suspect realized it was law enforcement he slammed the door and barricaded himself in the house. Deputies gained entry into the house and locate the suspect hiding in the attic. He was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail for the warrant and an additional charge of Resisting Arrest.
Calls for the Week:
· Resist Arrest - New Florence
· Missing Person-Located - Montgomery County
· Death Investigation - Middletown
· Domestic Disturbance - New Florence
· Resist Arrest - New Florence
· 911 Accidental – Montgomery City
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Bellflower
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Person – Bellflower
· Trespassing – Montgomery City
· Abandoned Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Disturbance – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Missing Person – Jonesburg
· Open Door Check – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Medical – Middletown
· Medical – Middletown
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Animal Abuse/Neglect – New Florence
· Medical – Montgomery City
· Arrest Attempt – New Florence
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· Disturbance – New Florence
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· C & I – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Hannibal
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
· Domestic – New Florence
· Domestic – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· C & I – I 70
· Attempt To Contact – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Assist St. Louis County
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· C & I – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person – Montgomery City
· Arrest Attempt – Bellflower
· Alarm – New Florence
· Information – Montgomery City
· Animal Complaint – Bluffton
· Stealing – New Florence
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Fraud – Middletown
· Civil Stand by – Rhineland
· Suicidal Subject – New Florence
· Assist Other Agency – Bellflower
· 911 Accidental – Rhineland
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Assist JBFD – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – McKittrick
· Alarm – Wellsville
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
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MAN HURT IN
A man was hurt in an accident that occurred just before 6am Thursday in
WOMAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A Fredericktown woman was injured in a Wednesday night crash in
STATE TO CARRY OUT SENTENCE OF SCOTT MCLAUGHLIN
Earlier this week, Governor Mike Parson confirmed that the State of
"McLaughlin’s conviction and sentence remains after multiple, thorough examinations of
McLaughlin waited outside Beverly Guenther’s workplace, where McLaughlin brutally raped and violently stabbed her as she walked to her vehicle to go home. McLaughlin terrorized Ms. Guenther for months prior, to the point where Ms. Guenther had an order of protection against McLaughlin after McLaughlin broke into her home. McLaughlin’s culpability in Ms. Guenther's murder has never been in question.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
A St. Louis man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 1pm Tuesday in
MDC REPORTS 8,599 DEER TAKEN DURING ALTERNATIVE METHODS PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that deer hunters in
The harvest total for last year’s alternative methods portion was 10,038.
For current ongoing preliminary harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at https://extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
The archery deer and turkey season runs through Jan. 15.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ASSISTED ANOTHER DEPARTMENT WITH STRUCTURE FIRE ON NEW YEAR’S DAY
Montgomery County Fire Protection District firefighters responded to a mutual aid request to assist the Bellflower Fire Department with a structure fire. Firefighters arrived on scene to find a home fully involved. The firefighters assisted with extinguishing the fire and with overhaul operations.
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WOMAN INJURED IN
A Steelville woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 10:30am Tuesday in
DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
PLANNED ROADWORK FOR
The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the
All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/.
Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
Route MM – CLOSED for brush cutting between
Interstate 70 EB and WB – LANE REDUCTION for shoulder work from mile marker 164.7 to mile marker 165.7, January 4, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a 12-foot width restriction in place while work is being performed.
MSHP REPORTS 2 TRAFFIC FATALITIES, 0 DROWNINGS AND 0 BOATING FATALITIES OVER NEW YEAR’S
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the New Year’s holiday weekend:
2 people died and 75 were injured in 243 traffic crashes during the 2023 New Year’s holiday counting period, which began at 6 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, and ended at 11:59 p.m. Monday, January 2, 2023. There were 0 boating crashes and 0 drownings over the 2023 New Year’s holiday counting period.
2023 New Year’s Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers investigated the following:
Traffic Crashes — 243
Traffic Crash Injuries — 75
Traffic Crash Fatalities — 1
DWI — 104
[Note: During the 2022 New Year’s holiday counting period, one person was killed and 331 injured in 1,045 traffic crashes statewide. During last year’s New Year’s holiday, troopers worked 321 of those crashes which included 98 injuries and no fatalities. Troopers arrested 96 people for driving while intoxicated last year.]
Both fatal traffic crashes occurred in the Troop E,
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HIGBEE MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN RANDOLPH COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Higbee man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 2:15pm Saturday in Randolph County. The patrol says that 40 year old Christopher Chase was on Route B when his vehicle traveled off the north side of the roadway and overturned. He was transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries.
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Bethel driver was hurt in a single-vehicle wreck Saturday night in Shelby County. The highway patrol said that 29 year old Colton Miller was on private property 5 miles east of Bethel when he lost control of his side by side and it overturned. He was taken to Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL for treatment of moderate injuries. The incident happened at 11pm Saturday.
MAN INJURED IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY ACCIDENT
A man was injured in an accident that occurred at 10:50pm Friday in Montgomery County. The patrol says that 20 year old Mathew Bethel of Danville, MO was on MO 161 when his truck traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a ditch, a series of trees and then overturned. He was transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment of moderate injuries.
HUSBAND AND WIFE FROM NEBRASKA INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
78 year old Dallas Michelsen and his wife 75 year old Jean Michelsen of Bellevue, NB were injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday afternoon in Montgomery County. State troopers report that they were eastbound on I-70 when their vehicle ran off the left side of the road and overturned. Both sustained moderate injuries and were taken to St. Joseph West Hospital in Lake St. Louis for treatment. The wreck happened at 2:25pm Friday.
DRIVER HURT IN UTV CRASH FRIDAY NIGHT
A Sullivan driver was hurt in an UTV crash Friday night in Franklin County. MSHP said that 57 year old Bryan Stubblefield was on Acid Mine Road when his UTV traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned, ejecting him from it. He was taken to Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullivan for treatment of moderate injuries. The crash occurred at 9:25pm Friday.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ASSISTED ANOTHER DEPARTMENT WITH STRUCTURE FIRE ON NEW YEAR’S DAY
Montgomery County Fire Protection District firefighters responded to a mutual aid request to assist the Bellflower Fire Department with a structure fire. Firefighters arrived on scene to find a home fully involved Our firefighters assisted with extinguishing the fire and with overhaul operations.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY DETAINEE DIED IN RANDOLPH COUNTY ON DECEMBER 27TH
A Livingston County Detainee who was being held at the Randolph County Jail passed away on December 27th. The female Livingston County detainee reportedly suffered a significant medical issue. The jail staff and nurse performed CPR and used AED equipment until an ambulance arrived and then continued assisting emergency medical personnel in getting to the hospital while providing urgent medical assistance. Randolph County Sheriff Aaron Wilson informed Livingston County Sheriff Steve Cox that Cheri Dawn Admire, 51, had passed away at the hospital at 2:33 p.m. Admire was being held in the Randolph County Detention Center lieu of bond on a Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged felony Financial Exploitation of the Elderly. Ms. Admire had been in custody since March 28, 2022 after having allegedly failed to obey a judge's order while on bond. Ms. Admire had maintained her innocence and a jury trial had previously been scheduled for February 21, 2023. Randolph County authorities are continuing with an investigation and an autopsy is scheduled.
BLOOD DRIVE IN MEMORY OF COLUMBIA POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFICER MOLLY BOWDEN
In memory of Columbia Police Department Officer Molly Bowden, the collective emergency services of Boone County and the American Red Cross will host the 2023 Officer Molly Bowden Blood Drive on January. 13, 2023 from 10 am to 5pm at Grace Bible Church, located at 601 Blue Ridge Road in Columbia. Donors will receive $5 off registration for the annual Molly's Miles 5K/10K on April 29. Officer Bowden was mortally wounded by gunfire while conducting a routine traffic stop on Jan. 10, 2005. She succumbed to her injuries Feb. 10, 2005. While she had only been on the force for over three years, her memory and contribution to Columbia and Boone County community continues to live on. For more information, call 573-874-7495. Visit RedCross.org to make an appointment and use sponsor code Molly Bowden.
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NIGHTTIME LANE REDUCTIONS SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AND
Drivers can expect temporary traffic impacts in early January when traveling on Interstate 70 and Missouri Route 19, near New Florence, as construction continues on the bridge replacement and interchange improvement project. The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., have scheduled the following lane reductions:
“For the safety of the crews and the traveling public, we would like to remind drivers to be attentive in work zones and put down your cell phones to eliminate distractions,” said MoDOT Area Engineer Jeff Niemeyer.
MSHP: BRING IN THE NEW YEAR SAFELY!
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to make good decisions regarding their New Year’s celebration. No one wants to start 2023 with a traffic crash or DWI arrest. During the 2022 New Year’s period, one person was killed and 331 injured in 1,045 traffic crashes in
The 2023 New Year’s holiday counting period begins at 6 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, January 2, 2023.
If your plans to welcome the new year include alcohol, please designate a sober driver or utilize a ride share service or taxi to ensure you arrive home safely. The roadway is no place for a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you kill or injure someone, you’ll pay the price for the rest of your life.
If you plan to drive this New Year’s, remember to buckle up and make sure all your passengers do the same. Pay attention, obey all traffic laws, and when in doubt, yield the right-of-way. Be sure to use your turn signal to communicate your intentions. Remember: The posted speed limit reflects the roadway's classification and is not a suggestion! Download the MoDOT Traveler Information app to your smart phone, and check road conditions before you travel. Allow extra time during inclement weather or consider staying home.
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Assistance Number (800) 525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These emergency numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies.
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BEVIER MAN KILLED, ANOTHER MAN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
A Bevier man was killed and a Cairo man was injured in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday morning in Macon County. The patrol says that 55 year old Timothy Walton of Bevier was on US 63 at Roe Lane when his car struck a truck head-on driven by 26 year old Travis Fagan of Cairo. Walton was pronounced dead at the scene while Fagan was transported by ambulance to Samaritan Hospital in Macon for treatment of moderate injuries. The wreck happened just after 7am Wednesday in Macon.
TWO INJURED IN BOONE COUNTY ACCIDENT
Two people were injured in an accident that occurred at around 8:30am Wednesday in Boone County. According to the Columbia Fire Department they responded to the scene of an accident near the 4100 block of Mexico Gravel Road where a truck and a car were involved in a head-on collision that sent two people to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries. No further information has been released at this time.
KIRKSVILLE MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD MOLESTATION AND TAMPERING WITH A VICTIM
KTVO’s John Garlock reports a Kirksville man is accused of molesting a girl under the age of 12 on three different occasions. Kirksville police identify the suspect as Tyrel "Ty" Couch, 27, of Kirksville. According to court documents, the alleged crimes happened between May 2022 and August 2022 at Couch's home on Drake Drive. The girl told investigators Couch touched her in a sexual manner. The accuser also said that Couch told her not to tell anyone or he would hurt her. Couch is charged with three counts of second-degree child molestation and one count of tampering with a victim in a felony prosecution. Investigators say when the suspect was taken into custody, he declined to answer any questions or make any statements. Couch is being held without bond in the Adair County jail. This isn't his first time being in trouble with the law. Court papers state he was found guilty in 2016 of first-degree endangering the welfare of a child. He received five years probation for that crime.
MODOT ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR ROUTE 54 EXPANSION IN JEFFERSON CITY
MoDOT has announced plans to widen Route 54 in Jefferson City. According to KOMU in Columbia the plan is to widen Route 54 to six lanes in northern Jeff City. The work will take place between the Roy Blunt Bridge to the Route 63/Missouri Route 94 interchange. In addition the Roy Blunt Bridge will be re- striped to add a fourth eastbound lane. Construction is expected to take place sometime in 2024 with the contract being awarded in the month of December 2023. A public meeting will be held next month on Tuesday January 10, 2023 from 4pm until 5:30pm at the John G. Christy Municipal Building in Jefferson City.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
The following was supplied by the Sheriff’s Department for the period 12/16/2022 -2/20/2022
· On December 16, 2022, Deputies received a report of a stolen vehicle from a residence on Lincoln School Road. Within a couple hours of receiving the report, deputies located the vehicle at a residence in Bellflower, Mo. After further investigation, deputies identified a suspect who was not at the residence. The vehicle was recovered and returned to the rightful owner. The investigation continues as deputies are actively searching for the suspect.
· On December 17, 2022, Deputies responded to Bellflower for a theft. The reporting party advised they had a valuable family heirloom statute stolen from their front yard. Through the course of the investigation, Deputies located the Statute at another residence in Bellflower Mo. After further investigation, deputies identified the suspect as being the same suspect who stole the above vehicle. The investigation continues as deputies are actively searching for the suspect.
· On December 17, 2022, while conducting an investigation in Bellflower Deputies searched a residence for a wanted subject. During the search, Deputies observed drug paraphernalia and multiple small baggies containing methamphetamine on a desk in plain view. When asked about the methamphetamine, the resident advised it was for her personal daily use. The subject was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail and booked on charges for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
· On December 19, 2022, Deputies, while patrolling the Jonesburg area, attempted to stop a vehicle for an equipment violation. The vehicle failed to stop and continued through town before finally stopping on the Y Spur outside of Jonesburg. Upon taking the driver into custody Deputies learned the driver’s driving privileges were suspended and that there was an active traffic warrant out of Warrenton PD for her arrest. The driver was transported to the Montgomery County Jail and booked on charges for Driving While Suspended, Failing to Yield to an Emergency Vehicle, and Unapproved Lighting on Motor Vehicle.
Calls for the Week:
· Tamper 12-hour Motor Vehicle - Bellflower
· Stealing - Bellflower
· Stealing – Wellsville
· Possess Control Substance - Bellflower
· Assist JPD - Jonesburg
· Driving While Revoked – Bellflower
· Assault - Montgomery City
· Assault - Montgomery County
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – Bellflower
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Stolen Vehicle – Middletown
· School Visit – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – High Hill
· Stolen Vehicle – Bellflower
· Public Service Request – New Florence
· Stealing – Montgomery City
· Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Vehicle – Bellflower
· Fraud – Montgomery City
· Suicidal Subject – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Montgomery City
· Assist MSHP – I70
· Assist MSHP – I70
· Assist MSHP – I70
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Stealing – Bellflower
· Arrest Attempt – Bellflower
· Pedestrian Check – Jonesburg
· Information – Montgomery City
· Assist Jail
· 911 Accidental – Rhineland
· Medical – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Medical – New Florence
· Citizen Assist – Bellflower
· Assist Tow Agency – Traffic Control
· Domestic – New Florence
· Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Fire – Jonesburg
· Information - I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Assist Warren County
· Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Jonesburg
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· School Visit – Jonesburg
· Trespassing – Montgomery City
· Fraud – New Florence
· Assault – Montgomery City
· Unwanted Subject – Montgomery City
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
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TWO INJURED IN BOONE
Two people were injured in an accident that occurred at around 8:30am Wednesday in
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FIRE CLAIMED LIFE OF
The Mexico Department of Public Safety responded to a fire at an apartment complex last Friday morning in the 1200 block of
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MSHP REPORTS THREE TRAFFIC FATALITIES OVER CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY WEEKEND; NO DROWNINGS OR BOATING FATALITIES
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the Christmas holiday weekend:
Three people died in traffic crashes during the 78-hour counting period, which began at 6 p.m. Friday, December 23, 2022, and ended at 11:59 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2022.
2022 Christmas Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers investigated the following:
Traffic Crashes — 306
Traffic Crash Injuries — 84
Traffic Crash Fatalities — 3
DWI — 52
[Note: Last year during the 78-hour Christmas counting period, there were 881 traffic crashes statewide. In those crashes, eight people were killed and another 401 were injured. During the 2021 Christmas holiday, troopers investigated 227 traffic crashes which included four fatalities and 99 injuries. Troopers arrested 67 people for driving while impaired in 2021.]
There were no boating crashes or drownings over the 2022 Christmas holiday counting period.
Of the three fatality traffic crashes investigated by troopers, two occurred in the Troop F,
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DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
An Elsberry driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in
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CARROLL COUNTY CRASH RESULTS IN INJURIES
Troopers say two Carrollton residents were injured in a crash Monday night at 7:49 pm in Carroll County. It happened on US 65 at County Road 324. Jamie Humphrey, 31, of Carrollton was northbound and struck another northbound auto driven by a Minnesota resident from behind. That driver was not injured, however, Humphrey and a 5 year old female who was a passenger both sustained moderate injuries and were transported by Carroll County EMS to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment.
BOWLING GREEN TEENAGERS RECEIVE MINOR INJURIES AFTER SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH
The Highway Patrol said 18 year old Emily Deters of Bowling Green was northbound on Route NN, north of Pike County Road 255 at 7:45 Monday morning and was traveling to fast for road conditions. Her vehicle ended up going off the east side of the roadway, struck an embankment and overturned. The driver, along with an 18 year old passenger, Abigail Deters of Bowling Green both received minor injuries and were taken by private vehicle to Pike County Memorial Hospital for treatment.
SEX OFFENDER ARRESTED IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Th e Highway Patrol reports the arrest of a female from Lee’s Summit in Montgomery County shortly before 5 pm Monday. According to the report, 27 year old Bobbie M. Nicholson was wanted on a felony warrant out of Kansas for a parole violation on a sex offense charge. The warrant was a no bond warrant and Nicholson was transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
CALLAWAY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE MAKES A NUMBER OF FELONY ARRESTS
On Tuesday, 12/20/2022, the Callaway County Sheriff’s Department issued a news release which indicated a number of felony arrests in Callaway County.
On December 13, 2022, in Callaway County (13th) Court (Division 7); Ryan English, 16, of Auxvasse, MO was certified as an adult. Subsequently thereafter, a criminal warrant was issued for English concerning numerous felony charges including Robbery, Armed Criminal Action, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The charges are the result of an armed robbery investigation conducted by the Callaway County Sheriff's Office at the Auxvasse City Park on September 8, 2022. English was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and transferred to a juvenile detention facility (as required by state law).
On December 12, 2022, at 1:04 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies, assisted by the Holts Summit Police Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol, conducted an investigation in Holts Summit. During the course of the investigation; Jacob Abbott, 32, of Cuba, MO was found hiding in a residence. Abbott had fled from a Holts Summit officer the day prior. Abbott was subsequently arrested for numerous Cole County felony warrants for charges including Stealing, Receiving Stolen Property, Delivery of a Controlled Substance and Resisting Arrest. Abbott was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to the Cole County Jail.
On December 11, 2022, at 8:04 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road C area near Mokane. During the course of the investigation; Lauren Hollowelll, 28, of Mokane, MO was arrested for (felony) Burglary. Hollowell was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released with summons for Court appearance.
On December 11, 2022, at 1:30 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 391. During the course of the investigation; Arthur Allen, 48, of Holts Summit, MO was arrested for (felony) Burglary, Property Damage and Violation of a Protection Order. Allen was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody pending bond post.
On December 9, 2022, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the Holts Summit area. As a result of the investigation; Mitchell Fox, 26, of Holts Summit, MO was arrested for the felony charges of Rape/Attempted Rape, Sodomy/Attempted Sodomy, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Assault. Fox was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody, without bond, per Court Order.
On December 9, 2022, at 11:53 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Gold Road, Kingdom City. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Jared Evans, 34, of Kingdom City, MO. Evans was wanted reference a Callaway County warrant for Felony Assault and Resisting Arrest. Evans was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody, without bond per Court Order.
On December 8, 2022, at 7:25 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of South Summit Drive near Holts Summit. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Brittney Otto, 29, of Jefferson City, MO reference a Cole County warrant for Felony Stealing (probation violation). Otto was transported to the Cole County Jail.
On December 6, 2022, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the Holts Summit area. As a result of the investigation, the Callaway County Prosecuting Attorney charged Dennis Gallatin, 71, of Holts Summit with felony Statutory Sodomy. Gallatin was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody, without bond, per Court Order.
On December 4, 2022, at 9:50 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 436 near New Bloomfield. As the result of the investigation; Tylor Hackmann, 36, of New Bloomfield, MO was arrested reference a Callaway County warrant for Felony Stealing and Forgery. The warrant had been issued as the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office investigation. Hackmann was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later posted bond.\
On December 2, 2022, at 10:24 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies and Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Gold Road, Kingdom City. During the course of the investigation, officers located John Bias, 51, of Columbia, MO. Bias was wanted reference a Phelps County warrant for (felony) Statutory Sodomy. Bias was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to the custody of the Phelps County Jail.
On December 2, 2022, at 6:39 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the area of State Road BB and US Highway 54. During the course of the proactive patrol, the deputy attempted to stop Daniel Foreman, 35, of Auxvasse, MO for a traffic violation. Foreman led the deputy, and other assisting law enforcement officers, on a 37 minute pursuit traveling numerous state and county roadways including, but not limited to: US Highway 54, CR 110, CR 121, CR 118, State Road Z, State Road A, CR 154, CR 183, CR 1006 and State Road B. Once entering Montgomery County on State Road B, where Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputies were awaiting, Foreman drove off State Road B a considerable distance through a field before crashing his vehicle over an embankment. Foreman fled from the vehicle on foot and was captured by a Callaway County deputy. Upon Foreman being arrested, it was determined he was wanted reference felony Cole and Cooper County warrants for felony drug offenses. Additionally, at the time of this incident, Foreman was under the supervision of the Missouri Board of Probation Parole. Foreman was later returned to custody of the Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) for state parole violations.
On December 1, 2022, at 2:38 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling State Road UU. During the proactive patrol; the deputy stopped a vehicle and identified John Belisle, 44, as a vehicle passenger. Belisle was wanted reference a felony Callaway County warrant for Fail to Register as a Sex Offender (FTRSO). Belisle armed himself with a knife and a stand-off ensued. Upon the arrival of additional deputies, a deputy used as a less lethal weapon and struck Belisle, disarming him of the knife. Belisle was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody, without bond per Court Order, for numerous felony offenses including FTRSO, Resisting Arrest and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
On December 1, 2022, at 8:27 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of State Road O. During the course of the investigation, Lauren Hollowell, 28, of Mokane, MO was arrested for (felony) Forgery. Hollowell was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released with summons for Court appearance.
On November 30, 2022, at 9:10 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road C area near Hams Prairie. As a result of that investigation, on December 1, 2022, Eric Hollowell, 53, of Mokane, MO was arrested for the felony offenses of Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tampering with Evidence and Forgery. Hollowell was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to the custody of the Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) for state parole violations.
On November 28, 2022, at 2:45 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in Fulton. During the course of the investigation, William Durst, 31, of Fulton, MO was arrested reference a Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) probation violation warrant. Durst was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to the Lafeyette County Jail.
On November 27, 2022, at 11:57 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road D area. During the course of the investigation, Terry Butner, 40, of Williamsburg, MO was arrested for (felony) Stalking 1st. Butner was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later posted bond.
On November 26, 2022, at 9:08 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 4039 near Holts Summit. During the course of the investigation, deputies encountered Shawn Sullivan, 32, of Holts Summit, MO. Sullivan subsequently assaulted a Callaway County deputy. Once being taken into custody, it was determined Sullivan was a wanted fugitive in the State of Texas for evading arrest. Sulilvan was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody without bond, per Court Order, for both Callaway County and State of Texas charges.
On November 25, 2022, at 7:03 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 428 near Steedman. During the course of the investigation, deputies encountered Patrick Butler, 37, of Auburn, IL. Butler was a wanted fugitive in the State of Illinois with numerous felony warrants for charges including Disarming a Police Officer, Resisting, Assault and Tampering. Butler fled from deputies on foot, leading to CCSO K9 Iro being deployed in pursuit. Deputies and K9 Iro subsequently captured and took Butler into custody. The vehicle and camper that Butler possessed were both found to be stolen (truck stolen from Springfield, IL; camper stolen from Jefferson City, MO). Butler was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody without bond, per Court Order, for both Callaway County and State of Illinois charges.
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...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST SATURDAY...
WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 35
below zero.
WHERE...Portions of northeast Kansas and central, north
central, northeast, northwest and west central Missouri.
WHEN...Until noon CST Saturday.
IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes with wind chill values as cold as -35
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
…WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST SATURDAY...
WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills.
Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Wind Chill Advisory,
very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 25 below
zero.
WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Illinois. Portions
of central, east central, and southeast Missouri.
WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until Noon CST today. For the
Wind Chill Advisory, from Noon today to Noon CST Saturday.
IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
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MOSCOW MILLS MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY UNKNOWN VEHICLE IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
A Moscow Mills man was seriously injured after being struck by an unknown vehicle that occurred at 6:35pm Wednesday in Montgomery County. The patrol says that 36 year old John Francisco was hooking chains from a wrecker to another vehicle when he was struck by an unknown vehicle which fled the scene. He was transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia with serious injuries. The incident occurred on eastbound I-70 at mile marker 181.6.
DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK IN FRANKLIN COUNTY
A Robertsville driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in Franklin County. The highway patrol said it happened at 9:30pm Wednesday as 32 year old Steven Homire was on Robertsville Road when he lost control and his truck ran off the right side of the road and struck a tree. He sustained minor injuries and was taken to Mercy Hospital for treatment.
ATTORNEY GENERAL FILES LAWSUIT AGAINST GYGR GAS
On Thursday, Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced that his office has filed a lawsuit against Missouri propane gas supplier Gygr Gas. The lawsuit alleges that the company abruptly closed in the cold winter months of late 2022, failed to notify its customers that it would stop making the propane deliveries they depended on and failed to refund customer prepayments for propane gas. The lawsuit was filed in Cooper County and seeks restitution for consumers from the corporate owner of Gygr Gas, Mark Thoele Inc. Injunctive relief and civil penalties are also being sought. Earlier this month, Gov. Mike Parson signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency and temporarily allowing other suppliers to fill Gygr’s propane tanks that are in its customers’ possession. That order remains in effect until January 1, 2023. On Wednesday v v v v vcc Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 22-10 temporarily relaxing hours of service regulations for commercial motor vehicles transporting propane heating fuel. “With bitter cold temperatures expected to impact much of the state and nation into the holiday weekend, the demand for heating fuel will only rise. We want to do our part to prevent significant fuel distribution delays,” Governor Parson said. “This Order will help meet this need and protect the well-being of Missourians by allowing truck drivers more time to distribute propane fuel to homes and businesses across the state.” Current federal and state regulations limit the number of hours commercial truck drivers can operate to 11 consecutive hours. Executive Order 22-10 temporarily suspends these regulations for motor carriers transporting propane fuel. Attorney General Schmitt encourages persons aggrieved by Gygr Gas’s alleged actions to contact his office at 800-392-8222, or to submit a complaint online at ago.mo.gov. Today, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 22-10 temporarily relaxing hours of service regulations for commercial motor vehicles transporting propane heating fuel.
CHILLICOTHE MAN SENTENCED IN FEDERAL COURT REGARDING ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF FIREARMS STOLEN FROM LOCAL BUSINESS
Marcus R. Brown, 27, was sentenced in Federal Court on Monday, Dec. 19, to nine years and four months in federal prison without parole. On March 11, 2022, Brown pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Brown admitted that he broke into Medicine Creek Trading Company in Chillicothe, and stole six firearms on April 22, 2020. Brown stole a Ruger 9mm pistol, a Hi-Point .40-caliber pistol, a Glock 9mm pistol, a Beretta 9mm pistol, a Ruger .45-caliber pistol, and a Block .40-caliber pistol. Brown was arrested in an unrelated case on April 29, 2020. Investigators found evidence that linked Brown to the business burglary. Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a felony to be in possession of any firearm or ammunition. Brown has prior felony convictions for tampering with a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, and burglary. He was on probation at the time of this federal offense. It was investigated by the Chillicothe, Mo., Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
MSHP: HAVE A SAFE CHRISTMAS SEASON!
Missouri State Highway Patrol employees wish everyone a merry and safe Christmas. One way for it to be merry is for everyone to arrive at their holiday celebrations safely. Remember to wear your seat belt, obey all traffic laws, pay attention, and please, don’t drink and drive. Over the 2021 Christmas holiday, there were 881 traffic crashes during the counting period. In those crashes, eight people were killed and another 401 were injured. This year’s traffic crash counting period begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 23, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2022. Travelers are reminded that holiday drivers will affect traffic patterns. If you’re planning a trip during the holiday, please keep this in mind. Drivers are encouraged to make sure they are well rested, no matter how short their driving distance. Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly. Downloading the MoDOT Traveler Information app to your smart phone allows you to check road conditions before you travel. Be proactive: Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and allow enough time to reach your destination safely. Winterize your vehicle before bad weather arrives, but realize that sometimes, it’s safest to stay home. If faced with a traffic emergency, motorists can contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. This emergency number will ring into the nearest Highway Patrol headquarters. Motorists should use this number if they are in a traffic crash, witness a crash or crime, or pass a stranded motorist in need of assistance, etc. Troopers encourage motorists to protect themselves from all types of hazardous drivers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Please obey all traffic laws, and if alcohol is part of your holiday, designate a sober driver. Every driver can help make our roadways safer this holiday season.
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...WINTER STORM WARNING UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING UNTIL NOON CST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, snow and blowing snow.
Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting
as high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold
wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast
northeast and northwest
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM CST Friday.
For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The
dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in as little as 10 minutes.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
A Moscow Mills man was seriously injured after being struck by an unknown vehicle that occurred at 6:35pm Wednesday in
DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Robertsville driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
MSHP: HAVE A SAFE CHRISTMAS SEASON!
Missouri State Highway Patrol employees wish everyone a merry and safe Christmas. One way for it to be merry is for everyone to arrive at their holiday celebrations safely. Remember to wear your seat belt, obey all traffic laws, pay attention, and please, don’t drink and drive.
Over the 2021 Christmas holiday, there were 881 traffic crashes during the counting period. In those crashes, eight people were killed and another 401 were injured. This year’s traffic crash counting period begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 23, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2022.
Travelers are reminded that holiday drivers will affect traffic patterns. If you’re planning a trip during the holiday, please keep this in mind. Drivers are encouraged to make sure they are well rested, no matter how short their driving distance. Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly. Downloading the MoDOT Traveler Information app to your smart phone allows you to check road conditions before you travel. Be proactive: Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and allow enough time to reach your destination safely. Winterize your vehicle before bad weather arrives, but realize that sometimes, it’s safest to stay home.
If faced with a traffic emergency, motorists can contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. This emergency number will ring into the nearest Highway Patrol headquarters. Motorists should use this number if they are in a traffic crash, witness a crash or crime, or pass a stranded motorist in need of assistance, etc.
Troopers encourage motorists to protect themselves from all types of hazardous drivers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Please obey all traffic laws, and if alcohol is part of your holiday, designate a sober driver. Every driver can help make our roadways safer this holiday season.
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
A Winfield woman was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN TUESDAY NIGHT CRASH
A St. Clair driver was hurt in a Tuesday night crash in
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON COLLISION
Both drivers were injured, one seriously in a Tuesday afternoon collision in
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According to the National Weather Service, snow will begin moving into northwest
If you need to travel, make sure you have a full tank of gas, blankets, gloves and provisions like water and snacks in the event of an emergency. Make sure your cellphone is fully charged, but never use it while driving. If you should slide off the road, or are involved in a crash, stay inside your vehicle with your seat belt buckled until help arrives.
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STATE FIRE MARSHAL URGES SAFETY AS FRIGID TEMPS PUSH INTO
State Fire Marshal Tim Bean is urging Missourians to be extra cautious heating their homes as the most frigid temperatures of the season push into the state. Each year, space heaters account for about one-third of home heating fires and 80 percent of heating fire deaths. Space heaters are the leading cause of home fires in the months of December, January and February, according to the National Fire Protections Association.
“The weather forecast calls for temperatures to plummet across
When temperatures in
Fire Marshal Bean stressed two key factors leading to heating fires: not using space heaters and other heating sources as they are designed to be used, and not having smoke alarms in their homes.
“Space heaters are designed to be used to supplement primary heating sources; that’s where the name comes from, they’re meant to help heat limited spaces in a residence that do not warm sufficiently from the primary heating source.” Bean said. “Also, people need to think of space heaters and smoke alarms as working together. Smoke alarms are essential in the home.”
The Red Cross can assist people who cannot afford to purchase smoke alarms or are physically unable to install one. The Red Cross can help with a free smoke alarm installation. Sign up at redcross.org/smokealarmMO or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
MDC REPORTS THREE ELK HARVESTED DURING 2022 SEASON
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports that Missouri hunters harvested one bull elk during the archery portion of the 2022 elk-hunting season, Oct. 15-23, and two bull elk during the firearms portion, Dec. 10-18.
The three
Elk are a native species in
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TROY TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
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DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
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LADDONIA MAN KILLED IN AUDRAIN
A Laddonia man was pronounced dead at the scene of a two vehicle crash in
RHINELAND MAN INJURED IN
Troopers say 23 year old Christopher Creacy of Rhineland received minor injuries in a single vehicle crash on MO 19 one and a half miles north of Route J in
On Wednesday, at 1:27 a.m., the Columbia Fire Department responded to the 1000 block of
A number of incidents reported by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department according to the weekly report covering the period 12/2/2022 through 12/8/2022
· On December 2, 2022, Deputies were notified of a pursuit in Callaway County headed towards Montgomery County on Highway B. Montgomery County Deputies positioned themselves at the county line to intercept the vehicle. As the vehicle entered
· On December 4, 2022, Deputies responded to New Florence for a Domestic Disturbance. Upon arrival, the caller advised her boyfriend had become irate and increasingly hostile toward her. She advised the argument started over his belief that she was trying to get him sent back to prison. She further advised she was afraid of him but needed a Deputy to talk to him and help him calm down. Deputies were able to talk to both subjects and calm the situation and both parties agreed to separate for the evening.
· On December 4, 2022, Deputies learned of a pursuit in
· On December 5, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of Highway J, due to recent thefts, when they observed a suspicious vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle. Upon making contact with the driver it was discovered his driving privileges were revoked. Upon further investigation, the driver was found to be in possession of a plastic container that contained methamphetamine. Deputies also located a glass smoking device and hypodermic needles inside the vehicle. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Driving While Revoked, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
· On December 8, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the Wellsville area for an equipment violation. Upon making contact, it was noted that the driver appeared to being hiding something in her shirt. Due to the driver’s erratic behavior and believing she had illegal contraband on her person, deputies attempted to place her in handcuffs. The subject resisted and tried to get away from the deputies. Eventually the subject admitted to having methamphetamine and a pipe in her bra. The subject was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail. Once at the jail she removed two small baggies containing methamphetamine and a glass smoking pipe. Charges are pending for Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Calls for the Week:
· Assist MSHP
· Alarm –
· School Visit –
· School Visit – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – New
· Rape/Sexual Assault –
· Public Service Request –
· 911 Accidental – New
· 911 Open Line –
· Public Service Request –
· Trespassing –
· School Visit – Wellsville
· Stealing –
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· 911 Accidental –
· Public Relations – Jonesburg
· C & I – I 70
· Special Assignment
· Attempt to Contact –
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· Citizen Assist – New
· Rape/Sexual Assault –
· Stealing –
· Domestic – Unknown
· Suspicious Activity –
· Alarm – Wellsville
· Traffic Hazard –
· Suspicious Vehicle – McKittrick
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Stealing – Big Spring
· Fraud – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Disturbance –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Arrest Attempt – New
· Motorist Assist –
· Special Assignment –
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Suspicious Person –
· Arrest Attempt –
· 911 Accidental –
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – New
· Harassment – New
· Medical –
· Public Service Request – New
· Public Service Request –
· Violation Ex-parte/Full Order – Jonesburg
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· Motor Vehicle Accident – High Hill
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· C & I – I 70
· Special Assignment – Wentzville
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Citizen Assist –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Check Well Being –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Civil Matter –
· Assault –
· Citizen Assist –
· Citizen Assist –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Jonesburg
· Stealing –
· Assault –
· Suspicious Person – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Investigation –
· Public Service Request –
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Stolen Vehicle – Wellsville
· Arrest Attempt –
· Animal Complaint –
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental –
· Disturbance –
· Medical –
· Citizen Assist – Montgomery
· Medical –
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
· Animal Complaint –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Business Check – Jonesburg
· Rape or Attempted Rape - 1st Degree -
· Towed Vehicle -
· Assist Other Agency
· Stealing $50 or More -
· Verbal Domestic - 12 Hour Rule - New
· Resist Arrest -
· Kidnapping - 3rd Degree - High Hill
· Canine Bite -
· Possess Control Substance -
· Domestic Assault - 3rd
· Reported Burglary -
· Civil Matter -
· Domestic Assault - 1st Degree -
· Warrant Arrest -
· Assist Humane Society -
· Warrant Arrest -
· Possess Control Substance - Wellsville
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ROLLA MAN HURT IN
30 year old Norman Black of Rolla escaped with only minor injuries after being involved in an automobile accident that occurred after 10pm Tuesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A driver was injured in a Tuesday afternoon crash in
CHICK-FIL-A SUPPLY TO OPEN NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN MARYLAND HEIGHTS, INVESTING $16 MILLION AND CREATING MORE THAN 60 NEW JOBS
Chick-fil-A Supply, LLC, a subsidiary and distribution service provider of Chick-fil-A, Inc., has announced it will open a new distribution center in Maryland Heights, investing $16 million and creating more than 60 new jobs. The 100,000-square-foot facility will be used to serve more than 40 Chick-fil-A restaurants across the
As a subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Chick-fil-A Supply ensures restaurants have the food and products they need while staying on the cutting-edge of delivery service technology. The company announced its first full-scale distribution center in 2020. The new
The
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DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR UPCOMING HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, December 26, 2022, in observance of Christmas. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, December 27, 2022.
Monday, January 2, 2023, in observance of New Year’s Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
GOVERNOR APPOINTS PERRY RESIDENT NEW RALLS COUNTY WESTERN DISTRICT COMMISSIONER
On Monday, Missouri Governor Parson appointed Brian Hodges, a Perry resident as the new Ralls County Western District Commissioner effective around the New Year. Mr. Hodges currently serves on the board of directors for the Perry Rural Fire Association. He has been a member of the Fire Association since 1991 and is also a member of the Ralls County Young Farmers. Mr. Hodges was also the owner and operator of Hodges Fertilizer in Perry for 43 years before retiring from the business in 2020. Again, the appointment will be effective January 3, 2023.
BLAND MAN CRASHES IN STOLEN VEHICLE
Last Thursday night during the 7 pm hour, a Gasconade County Deputy was conducting stationary patrol at the intersection of
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December 13, 2022
TEEN INJURED IN LEWIS
A teen was injured in an accident that occurred at 5pm Sunday in
MAN HURT IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A Festus man was hurt in a Monday morning crash in
MDC REPORTS 16,032 DEER HARVESTED DURING ANTLERLESS PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that deer hunters in
Last year’s antlerless-portion harvest total was 15,019.
The archery season runs through Jan. 15, 2023. The alternative methods portion runs Dec. 24 through Jan. 3, 2023.
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December 12, 2022
Weather permitting, Monday and Tuesday, MoDOT crews will be performing Bridge Maintenance on Missouri Route 161 in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
A driver was seriously injured in a Saturday night crash in
TROY WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Troy woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday afternoon in
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December 9, 2022
MAN AND WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A man and woman from Elsberry were seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 8pm on Wednesday in
TWO WOMEN INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN CHAIN-REACTION CRASH
Two Sullivan women were injured, one seriously in a chain-reaction crash in
THREE DRIVERS HURT, ONE SERIOUSLY IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
All three drivers were hurt in a wreck that occurred at 5:55pm Wednesday in
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December 8, 2022
TROY MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Troy man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon in
TEEN HURT IN
A teenage girl from Pacific, MO was hurt in a crash that occurred at around 3:25pm Tuesday in
DRIVER INJURED IN
A driver from
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December 7, 2022
DRIVER INJURED IN
A Sullivan driver was injured in an accident that occurred at 4:25pm Monday in
MAN HURT IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A man was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
Columbia Police responded to a shots fired incident in the 2000 block of
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December 6, 2022
FOUR INJURED IN BOONE
Four people were injured in an accident that occurred at 8am Monday in
TEEN HURT IN SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
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GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES $10 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING
Governor Mike Parson has announced the availability of up to $10 million in grant funding for maintenance and improvements to jails across the state.
Applications for the Missouri County Jail Maintenance and Improvements Grant are only being accepted through the Missouri Department of Public Safety online WebGrants System: https://dpsgrants.dps.mo.gov/index.do.
The grant requires a local match of 50 percent. For example, if the total cost of a project were $100,000, the local recipient would be responsible for $50,000. Local American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds may be utilized for the local match. In-kind matches (soft match) must be directly related to the project and may be retroactive to March 2020. No supplanting is permitted.
Eligible grant expenditures include equipment, supplies, and contractual expenses to support county jail maintenance and improvements.
Grant recipients will be notified of their awards in March 2023. Grant funds must be expended by June 30, 2026. The funding for the jail maintenance and improvements grants is made available through ARPA and was made possible through Missouri House Bill 3020. The Missouri Department of Public Safety is the grant administrator.
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The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor, Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., will close one lane of Interstate 70 in each direction between mile markers 174 and 176 from 8 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. the nights of December 5 and 6 to grade dirt in preparation for guard rail extension and barrier wall installation. The ramps at Missouri Route 19 will remain open. “This work is weather permitting and subject to change due to resource availability,” said MoDOT Area Engineer Jeff Niemeyer.
The work in this area is part of the new Missouri Route 19 interchange project that began a few months ago.
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DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
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Both drivers were hurt in an accident that occurred at 2:15pm Wednesday in
WOMAN INJURED IN THURSDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Thursday morning in
THURSDAY MARKED THE START OF NECAC UTILITY ASSISTANCE FOR FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS
A local agency has a remedy for rising utility costs. The North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) is taking applications for the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program in 12
NECAC assisted about 9,000 households with utility assistance last year, and expects the number to increase this winter due to inflation and escalating costs.
LIHEAP offers a one-time payment to income-qualifying households depending upon the type of utility they use. The maximum benefit for propane-heated homes is $990. It’s $652 for natural gas, $636 for electricity and $438 for wood.
ECIP may be used by income-qualifying household through September 2023, with a maximum of up to $1,600.
NECAC is accepting utility assistance applications online or in person at its service centers. The monthly income limit for a one-person household is $2,370. For a four-person residence, it’s $4,558. Additional amounts are available upon request.
The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and is distributed through the Missouri Department of Social Services, which then contracts with NECAC and the 18 other Community Action Agencies in
More information is available at www.necac.org, calling 573-324-0120 or by contacting one of the following NECAC Service Centers:
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DRIVER KILLED, TWO PASSENGERS INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A driver was killed and his two passengers were injured in an accident that occurred at 9:30am Wednesday in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
Two
OVERWIDTH HAULING PERMIT EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 1, 2023
Missouri Department of Transportation has extended the special overwidth hauling permit for hay at no cost through March 1, 2023 in an effort to aid the agricultural community as statewide drought conditions continue.
Loads must be of legal height, length and weight. Permits can be requested online using the MoDOT Carrier Express online service. To have the fee waived, customers can write a comment on the application about the fee waiver or call in to have an agent waive the fee.
Before hauling, drivers must apply for the special overwidth permit for loads that exceed 8 feet 6 inches in width and map their route to avoid work zones, bridges and other areas that have weight, narrow lane or height restrictions. This information, as well as a special bridge and height restriction view, is available on the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org.
MoDOT’s waiver and special overwidth permit allows drivers in
Drivers must adhere to all permit requirements, such as using proper signing and lighting and stopping at weigh stations. Drivers are also advised that most of the southeastern
To obtain a permit, hay haulers should visit modot.org/mce to login and use MoDOT Carrier Express to order hay permit(s). The login page also provides a link to obtain a Customer ID and password for those who are not regular users of MoDOT Carrier Express. Haulers will need the make, license plate number and vehicle identification number (VIN) of the power unit and must provide the farm business name and address. MoDOT permits cover movement within
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November 30, 2022
WOMAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING CRASH
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DRIVERS INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
Both drivers were injured, one seriously in a two-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
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November 29, 2022
PEDESTRIAN INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY VEHICLE
A pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle that occurred at 8:55pm Sunday in
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MAN HURT IN SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
29 year old Dillon Gibbs of
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November 28, 2022
WOMAN INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred after 12am Sunday in
39 year old Dawn Blaylock of
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November 23, 2022
WOMAN INJURED IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY ACCIDENT
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DRIVER HURT IN MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Monday morning crash in
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES TOTAL FLOOD RECOVERY FUNDING SURPASSED $115.9 MILLION AS FEMA APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED
Governor Mike Parson has announced that over 13,500
Those who were impacted by the July flooding are reminded that FEMA representatives are still available at the FEMA Helpline, 800-621-3362, and that any additional eligible expenses discovered after the close of the FEMA application period on November 7 will be considered for reimbursement.
With the onset of cold weather, homeowners who had applied for FEMA assistance prior to the November 7 deadline and had flood-related damage to furnaces or HVAC systems could still be eligible for reimbursement and should submit repair or replacement estimates or invoices to FEMA. FEMA is also reminding those approved for assistance that they could still be eligible for rental assistance if a need for a temporary place to stay has arisen as repairs are being made.
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November 22, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
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BE A COURTEOUS, ATTENTIVE DRIVER THIS THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds everyone there will be an increase in traffic over the Thanksgiving holiday. Drivers should remain alert to changes along their normal route. Regardless of traffic patterns, safety should remain a priority.
The counting period for the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday weekend is from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 23, 2022, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 27, 2022. Troopers will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E., enforcing all traffic laws, and available to assist the public. Over the 2021 Thanksgiving holiday counting period, 12 people were killed and 540 injured in 1,365 traffic crashes. Someone was injured or killed every 11 minutes over the 2021 Thanksgiving holiday.
Before you take a trip this holiday season, make sure your vehicles are in good condition and that you are well rested before they start driving. Remember: There is never a reason to speed, drive aggressively, or drive impaired.
Too many people die in traffic crashes each year in
If Missouri temperatures are accommodating, boating or fishing might become part of your Thanksgiving holiday weekend plans. Make sure your vessel’s navigation lights are operational. There is less daylight this time of year, so check your lights and have extra bulbs on board before you head out. The water is becoming colder, and hypothermia is also a concern. The body loses heat 25 times faster in water than in the air of the same temperature. If you take an unexpected plunge in cold water, it's important to get out of the water and into dry clothes as soon as possible. Always wear the proper life jacket and using caution to avoid falling overboard. Plan ahead: How would you exit the water if you inadvertently fell overboard? Does your boat have an exterior swim ladder to allow you to re-enter the vessel? It’s also important to tell someone about your plans to be on or near the water and where you’re going.
Watercraft operators must consider the effect their actions have on others: Share the waterway and use common sense, good judgment, and courtesy to ensure the safety of all. Life jackets save lives. Wear It!!
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Report Line (800) 525-5555 or *55 on your cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These phone numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies. If your celebration includes alcohol, designate someone else to drive whether you are in your boat or your car. Please don't become a statistic.
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· On November 4, 2022, Deputies responded to a campground in the Montgomery City area for a disturbance. Upon arrival, the campground owners advised one of the campers was naked and throwing things out of his camper creating a disturbance. Deputies located the individual, who appeared to have passed-out and when awakened, he became uncooperative. Deputies reported, that lying next to the male subject was several bottles of alcohol, drug paraphernalia, and methamphetamine. The subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charges were filed for Possession of Controlled Substance and Drug Paraphernalia.
· On November 4, 2022, Deputies were conducting a follow-up investigation on a stealing case in the New Florence area. Upon making contact with the suspect, Deputies found him to be in possession of a hypodermic needle, fentanyl, and methamphetamine. The subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with 2 Counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance.
· On November 5, 2022, Deputies were Patrolling the area of New Florence when they conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle. Through the course of the traffic stop deputies located a bag of syringes and a glass container containing methamphetamine in the vehicle. Both subjects were arrested, transported the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Drug Paraphernalia.
· On November 5, 2022, Deputies conducted a follow-up investigation in Middletown on a subject who was a Sex Offender and was registered living in Pike County. Information received was that this subject had been living in Middletown for several months and had failed to register his new address. Deputies made contact with the subject and verified that the subject was in fact in violation of the conditions for the Sex Offender Registry. The subject was arrested and found to be in possession of Methamphetamine. The subject was transported to the Montgomery County Jail and charged with Failing to Register and Possession of a Controlled Substance
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· C & I – I 70
· Suspicious Activity – New Florence
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Disturbance – Hermann
· Assist Children’s Division
· C & I – New Florence
· Stolen Vehicle – Middletown
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Middletown
· Arrest – New Florence
· Alarm – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – New Florence
· Animal Complaint – New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Stolen Vehicle – Bellflower
· Disturbance – New Florence
· Check Well Being – Wellsville
· Fraud – Danville
· Motorist Assist – High Hill
· Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
· 911 Accidental – Bellflower
· Check Well Being – Bellflower
· Medical – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
· Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
· Unwanted Subject – New Florence
· Assist Ameren UE – I 70
· Public Relations – Montgomery City
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Break In – New Florence
· Juvenile Complaint – Bellflower
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – Danville
· Stealing – New Florence
· Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
· Vehicle Fire – I 70
· Check Well Being – Bellflower
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· 911 Accidental – Wellsville
· Harassment – Rhineland
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Information – Middletown
· Stolen Vehicle – New Florence
· Information – Unknown
· Citizen Assist – Unknown
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Check Well Being – Montgomery City
· C & I – I 70
· Traffic Hazard – Montgomery City
· Information – Unknown
· Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
· Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Suspicious Person – High Hill
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Middletown
· Assist Jonesburg PD
· Special Assignment – Montgomery City
· Citizen Assist – Montgomery City
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Montgomery City
· Check Well Being – Bellflower
· Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery City
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Abandoned Vehicle – Wellsville
· Investigation – Montgomery City
· Abandoned Vehicle – Montgomery City
· Attempt To Contact – Jonesburg
· Medical – Wellsville
· Traffic Hazard – New Florence
· Medical – Bellflower
· Verbal Dispute - McKittrick
· Warrant Arrest - Jonesburg
· Tampering With Motor Vehicle - Middletown
· Driving While Suspended - Montgomery City
· Possess Control Substance - Montgomery City
· Possession Controlled Substance - New Florence
· Possession Controlled Substance - New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident - Danville
· Civil Issue - New Florence
· Fail To Register As Sex Offender - Middletown
· Driving While Suspended - Montgomery City
· Assist New Florence PD - New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident - Middletown
· Tampering With Motor Vehicle - Montgomery City
· Abandoned Vehicle – Middletown
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MAN HURT IN JEFFERSON
An Imperial man was hurt in a Saturday night crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
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LANE AND RAMP CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR PORTIONS OF INTERSTATE 70 NEXT WEEK
Crews will be making pavement repairs on I-70 in Montgomery and
Motorists will need to use caution when traveling through work zones and are reminded to slow down and pay attention.
WOMAN HURT IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
A woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
CLEMENTINE’S CREAMERY TO EXPAND
Clementine’s Creamery, an ice cream parlor in the Greater St. Louis Area, recently announced it will expand its ice cream wholesale and bakery operations by opening a manufacturing facility in
Clementine’s Creamery has been serving ice cream to the
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November 17, 2022
DRIVER HURT IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Wednesday morning crash in
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At approximately 6:45 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, officers with the Columbia Police Department were dispatched to the 2700 block of
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES INTO FIRE AT
On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at approximately 4:09AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 500 block of
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November 16, 2022
MAN INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A man was injured in an accident that occurred at 11:57pm Monday in
KRCG TV reports Callaway County Sheriff Clay Chism made his first court appearance on Monday for two misdemeanor charges of driving while under the influence and resisting arrest, where his attorney told reporters he would enter a plea of not guilty.
The
DEER HARVEST NUMBERS UP DURING OPENING WEEKEND OF FIREARMS SEASON
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters in
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November 15, 2022
FIRST STATEWIDE WINTER PRECIPITATION FORECAST – MOTORISTS ADVISED TO SLOW DOWN, PLAN EXTRA TIME
The cold blast of winter air over the weekend is now bringing in the first statewide forecast for winter precipitation beginning Monday afternoon and continuing overnight. Accumulation of one to three inches is possible and could affect Tuesday morning’s commute.
The Missouri Department of Transportation warns drivers that even a small amount of snow on the pavement can cause slippery conditions and impact travel, especially on elevated surfaces like bridges and overpasses. Slow down and allow yourself extra time if you must drive.
MoDOT crews will be out ahead of the storm and will continue working overnight. The primary focus will be to address winter weather on interstates and other major high-volume highways. After the precipitation ends and the high primary routes are mostly clear, crews will focus on the lower volume number and letter state highways. With this being the first winter weather of the year, crews will be doing training for the new drivers during this storm.
Despite the department’s best efforts, it has not made progress filling the winter operations vacancies.
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THREE HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
Three people from
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN GASCONADE
An Imperial man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 10:10pm on Friday Nov. 11 in
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November 14, 2022
NATIONAL CRASH RESPONDER SAFETY WEEK IS THIS WEEK
On a daily basis, emergency responders put their lives on the line along
According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), traffic incidents are the leading cause of death for
From 2017 to 2021, there have been nearly 9,200 traffic crashes on
As part of the Missouri Department of Transportation’s work to maintain a safe and reliable transportation system, MoDOT emergency response personnel respond to more than 6,000 traffic incidents each month on average.
When motorists approach MoDOT or any other responders or emergency vehicles on the side of the highway with flashing lights, they should move over. This is more than a ‘courtesy’ to roadside workers, it’s the law. A report from the National Safety Commission revealed 71% of Americans do not know about their state’s Move Over law.
COMMISSION AWARDS CONTRACTS FOR NORTHEAST DISTRICT PROJECTS
During its regular meeting on November 2, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded resurfacing, pavement improvement and seal coat contracts for Northeast District.
Contracts include the following:
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November 11, 2022
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR UPCOMING HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Friday, November 11, 2022, in observance of Veterans Day. Normal operations will resume on Monday, November 14, 2022.
Thursday, November 24, 2022, and Friday, November 25, 2022, in observance of Thanksgiving. Normal operations will resume on Monday, November 28, 2022.
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November 10, 2022
DRIVERS HURT IN BOONE
Both drivers were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck that occurred at 10:45pm Tuesday in
TWO INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
Two people were injured in an accident that happened at around 7:40am Wednesday in
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November 9, 2022
UNOFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS FOR TUESDAY
Republican Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt has won election to the U.S. Senate. He defeated Democrat Trudy Busch Valentine. Schmitt will take the seat occupied for the past 12 years by Republican Roy Blunt, who announced in March 2021 he would not seek a third term -- ending a half-century career in politics.
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Columbia Police have arrested Cadilac Derrick, 35, of
TWO INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
Two people from
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November 8, 2022
IT’S ELECTION DAY – GET OUT AND VOTE!
This is Election Day and Polling places are open from 6am to 7pm today. Top issues on the ballot include whether to legalize recreational marijuana for adult use and most believe the top contested race is between GOP Attorney General Eric Schmitt and Democrat Trudy Busch Valentine who are both going after retiring U.S. Sen. Roy Blunts seat. The
COLUMBIA
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A Winfield driver was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 6:45am Monday in
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A St. Peters man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Sunday afternoon in
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November 7, 2022
PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY A TRUCK EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a truck early Sunday morning in
JEFFERSON CITY
32 year old Shawn Shivelhood of
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November 4, 2022
HERMANN MAN HURT IN
A Hermann man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 5:45pm Wednesday in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an early Wednesday morning incident in
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November 3, 2022
TWO INJURED IN AUDRAIN
Two
MULTIPLE AGENCIES INVOLVED IN ARREST AFTER SUSPECT FLED FROM
This past Friday, October 28th during the early morning hours, Montgomery City Police attempted to stop a vehicle in
Columbia Police are continuing to investigate an incident of shots fired with injury that occurred at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Oct. 29 in the 200 block of Old 63 North. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound. Officers provided medical aid to the individual until
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November 2, 2022
66 year old Daniel Murry of
MAN INJURED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A Chamois man was injured in an accident that occurred at 5:15am Tuesday in
LOUISIANA POLICE CHIEF RELEASED FROM JAIL
Louisiana Police Chief William Jones has been released from the Lincoln County Jail after posting bond this past Friday. Jones was arrested on October 19 and charged with trafficking drugs in the second degree, 2 counts of tampering with physical evidence in felony prosecution, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, and stealing a controlled substance/meth and manufacturing material, all felony charges and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor.
MODOT EXTENDS OVERWIDTH HAULING PERMIT TO AID HAY MOVEMENT
Continued drought conditions through much of the state have prompted the Missouri Department of Transportation to extend the special overwidth hauling permit for hay at no cost through Dec. 1, 2022. Loads must be of legal height, length and weight. Permits can be requested online using the MoDOT Carrier Express online service. To have the fee waived, customers can write a comment on the application about the fee waiver or call in when submitting their application to have the agent waive the fee.
Before hauling, drivers must apply for the special overwidth permit for loads that exceed 8 feet 6 inches in width and map their route to avoid work zones, bridges and other areas that have weight, narrow lane or height restrictions. This information, as well as a special bridge and height restriction view, is available on the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at www.modot.org.
MoDOT’s waiver and special overwidth permit allows drivers in
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November 1, 2022
ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Routes in
Route NN- November 1, the road will be closed at
Route ZZ- November 2, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
A man and woman from
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The patrol said two people from
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October 28, 2022
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COLUMBIA
On Wednesday detectives with the Columbia Police Department’s Special Victims Unit and Special Investigations Division arrested Cory Rickenbaugh, 51, of
For the period: 10/14/2022 – 10/20/2022
Halloween is coming fast and it sounds like children will be out trick or treating, probably from Saturday, Oct. 29th through Monday, Oct. 31st. During this time, please be vigilant when driving and watch for children crossing the streets. Pull in and out of driveways slowly and use caution when passing cars that are stopped on the street, they may be loading or unloading children. Children should carry a flashlight or glow stick and it’s always a good idea to label costumes with your name, your child's name, address, and phone number, just in case you get separated.
· On October 14, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle on Highway 19 near
· On October 14, 2022, Deputies were called to the area of Hwy V for a stolen vehicle that contained two firearms. Deputies learned a local farmer was cutting beans and his truck was stolen from the field he was working in. Deputies made contact with On-Star who was able to locate the truck in
· On October 16, 2022, Deputies and the State Patrol responded to a motor vehicle accident on Interstate 70, near the 185 mile marker. While responding to the accident, Communications advised the driver involved in the accident, exited the vehicle, and was stumbling around. Witnesses further advised the driver appeared to be intoxicated. Law Enforcement arrived on scene and while the Trooper conducted the investigation, Deputies directed traffic. Deputies reported the driver started fighting with the Trooper as he was trying to effect an arrest. Deputies assisted and after a short struggle the driver was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated.
· On October 18, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle on Highway V near
Calls for the Week:
· Unwanted Subject –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Public Service Request –
· School Visit – Wellsville
· Medical – Wellsville
· Property Damage –
· Assist MSHP
· Unwanted Subject –
· Disturbance –
· Special Assignment – Wellsville
· Public Service Request –
· Stolen Vehicle –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Motorist Assist – New
· Assault –
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard –
· Animal Complaint –
· Public Service Request –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Motorist Assist –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Citizen Assist – New
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Information –
· Disturbance –
· Disturbance –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being – High Hill
· Public Service Request –
· Stolen Vehicle – High Hill
· Information –
· Information –
· Property Damage –
· Information –
· Information –
· Suspicious Activity – High Hill
· Information –
· Medical – New
· Public Service Request – New
· Alarm –
· Loitering/Vagrancy –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Medical –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Property Damage – High Hill
· Abandoned Vehicle – New
· Open Door –
· Motorist Assist –
· Assist MSHP
· Check Well Being –
· Suspicious Vehicle – Martinsburg
· Information – High Hill
· Attempt to Contact –
· Attempt to Contact -
· Motorist Assist – Wellsville
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Arrest Attempt – New
· Harassment – New
· Arrest Attempt – New
· Check Well Being – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Animal Complaint –
· Arrest –
· Stealing –
· Alarm – Wellsville
· VIN Verification –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – McKittrick
· Motorist Assist –
· Check Well Being –
· Runaway Juvenile –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Unwanted Subject – High Hill
· Public Service Request – New
· Check Well Being –
· Driving w/o Valid License -
· Civil Matter -
· Towed Vehicle -
· Tamper W Motor Vehicle -
· Driving While Intoxicated - Jonesburg
· Property Damage -
· Assist MSHP -
· Driving While Revoked -
· Possess Control Substance -
· Warrant Arrest - New
· Driving While Revoked - New
· Burglary -
· Runaway Juvenile -
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October 27, 2022
TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN PIKE
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COLUMBIA
At approximately 6 p.m. Tuesday October 25th Columbia Police were dispatched to the 600 block of
THREE INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN TUESDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
Three females from
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October 26, 2022
FIRE IN
Monday morning at 11:38 am, Mexico Department of Public Safety was called to the 900 block of South Olive regarding a residential fire. The first arriving officers found smoke coming from the second floor. The fire was located in a bedroom and extinguished with damage to the second floor bedroom, and smoke throughout the home. The fire appeared to have started in the bedroom. The investigation continues. There were no injuries reported.
MAN KILLED, WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was killed and a woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 10:35am Tuesday in
PISTON AUTOMOTIVE TO EXPAND IN WENTZVILLE, INVESTING MORE THAN $10 MILLION AND CREATING 204 NEW JOBS
Piston Automotive, a subsidiary of the Piston Group and the world’s largest automotive assembly supplier, has announced it will open a facility in Wentzville, investing more than $10 million and creating 204 new jobs. The company’s new location will increase Piston Automotive’s capacity for producing a variety of components for automotive manufacturers.
Piston Automotive is a leading assembler of complex modules for automotive interior, exterior, electrification, powertrain, and chassis, with revenue exceeding $2 billion and more than 1,000 employees. With headquarters located in
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October 25, 2022
DRIVERS INJURED IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY ACCIDENT
Both drivers were injured in an accident that occurred at around 3:45am Monday in
MAN HURT IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A man was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Monday morning in
Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired at approximately 9 a.m. on Saturday in the 3900 block of
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October 24, 2022
MAN AND WOMAN KILLED IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY INCIDENT
A man and a woman from
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TEEN HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A teen was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
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October 21, 2022
ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Routes in
Route JJ- October 28, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER ASSAULTED WHILE INVESTIGATING DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE IN
On Monday, October 17, 2022 at 6:26 pm, Mexico Department of Public Safety was called to
RESIDENTIAL FIRE IN
Monday morning, October 17, 2022 at 8:02 am, Mexico Department of Public Safety was called to the 400 block of Harvard regarding a residential fire. The first arriving officers found smoke coming from the living room of the house. The fire was extinguished with damage to the living room floor, and smoke throughout the home. The fire appeared to have started in the area around the fireplace. There were no injuries reported.
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October 20, 2022
WOMEN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
Two women from
MAN HURT IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY CRASH
A Creve Coeur man was hurt in a Wednesday morning crash in
STATEWIDE WINTER WEATHER DRILL SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY
The Farmer’s Almanac is forecasting a “Hibernation Zone” across the
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October 19, 2022
WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Winfield woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 8:10pm Monday in
MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT GIVES MISSOURIANS WITH MEDICARE AN
The Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance encourages consumers eligible for Medicare to review their plan options and costs during this year's open enrollment. The open enrollment period, which began on Oct. 15 runs through Dec. 7, presents Missourians with the opportunity to change their Part D drug coverage or Medicare Advantage plans. To help consumers choose a plan that best meets their needs, the department offers free assistance to Missourians eligible for Medicare and their caregivers through the department’s CLAIM program. CLAIM can also help Missourians on a limited income determine whether they qualify for a Low-Income Subsidy and/or Medicare Savings Programs to offset the cost of their prescription drugs.
Missourians can ask questions by phone or arrange one-on-one counseling by calling 1-800-390-3330 or visiting missouriclaim.org.
On November 17, 2021 southeast
To prepare for future earthquakes, the 2022 Great Central
At 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, hundreds of thousands of Missourians will practice the “Drop, Cover, Hold On” technique:
DROP to your hands and knees;
COVER your head and neck with your hands and arms under a table or desk if you can; and
HOLD ON until the shaking stops.
The New Madrid Seismic Zone, centered in southeast
To learn more about earthquakes in
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October 18, 2022
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DRIVER HURT IN EARLY MONDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver from
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
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October 17, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 3:30am Saturday in
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MILLER
Two passengers in a car driven by 18 year old Gavin Cadwallader of Eldon were seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck that occurred at 2:10am Saturday in
TEEN KILLED IN FRIDAY NIGHT COLLISION
A 16 year old boy from
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October 14, 2022
FOLEY MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Foley man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in
EWING MAN HURT IN
A Ewing man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 12:20pm Thursday in
The U.S. Department of Treasury has approved
SSBCI provides funding for credit and investment programs for small businesses and startups. The program will provide a total of $10 billion for states to expand access to capital for small businesses, build entrepreneurial ecosystems, and create high-quality jobs. Eligible SSBCI programs are limited to Venture Capital, Loan Participation, Loan Guarantee, Collateral Support, and Capital Access. SSBCI is the only American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)-funded program that can be used for state-sponsored venture capital activities. Previously, only venture capital programs have been able to achieve the expected 10:1 leveraged capital ratio requirement of the program. It is expected that for every dollar of federal funding invested, at least 10 dollars of private capital investment will be generated. MTC’s state-sponsored venture capital program, the IDEA Fund Co-Investment Program, is the first program approved to deploy SSBCI funding in
The IDEA Fund makes direct equity-based investments in
Nearly $40 million of
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October 13, 2022
WOMAN HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
A Sturgeon woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
THREE HURT IN AUDRAIN
Troopers say three
Monday afternoon at 3:40 p.m. patrol officers with the Columbia Police Department were dispatched to the 1700 block of
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October 12, 2022
THREE INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
Three people from
DRIVER HURT IN
A Union driver was hurt in an early Tuesday morning crash in
COLUMBIA
Police continue investigating what was termed a 'suspicious death' in north
Stop by
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October 11, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON ACCIDENT
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COLUMBIA
Columbia Police responded to a report of rape and kidnapping in the 2300 block of
CALLAWAY
According to various sources, Callaway County Sheriff Clay Chism was arrested in Moberly Thursday night on suspicion of Driving While Intoxicated. Those same reports indicated Randolph County Sheriff Aaron Wilson said Moberly police were called to the Arby's parking lot near the junction of Highway 63 and Highway 24 in Moberly just before 8 p.m. Thursday after calls about property damage was reported. Moberly Police reportedly found Chism crashed into a concrete barrier in the parking lot. Chism was held for 12 hours and released Friday morning after posting bail of $2000 for suspicion of driving while intoxicated. Chief Deputy Darryl Maylee of the Callaway County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the reports that Chism had been processed through
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October 7, 2022
POLICE RELEASE NAME OF
Columbia Police officially released the name of the individual thrown from the Highway 63 bridge at
TWO
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the following arrests after two separate child pornography distribution investigations. Members of the Division of Drug and Crime Control’s Digital Forensics Investigative Unit conducted both investigations.
On Monday, October 3 investigators executed a search warrant at the residence of 20 year old Scott Thomas O’Brien on
On Tuesday, October 4 investigators executed a search warrant at the residence of 38 year old Gabriel Adam Cloutier on
This report covers the period 09/23/2022 – 09/29/2022
The Sheriff’s Department indicated Catalytic Converter thefts are on the rise in
The challenge for us, law enforcement agencies, is when we recover catalytic converters, we suspect have been stolen, there is no serial number or owner applied number (OAN) that would link it back to the victim’s vehicle. Without a serial number or OAN, the property is unidentifiable, and locating a victim and/or successfully prosecuting a thief is nearly impossible. So the question is how can we, as a community, do our part to deter the theft of these converters, identify the victims of these crime, and put these criminals behind bars? One way, and I feel this is the best way, would be for you to or ask your mechanic to ETCH an Owner Applied Number, such as your license plate number or the last 6 digits of your VIN, into the bottom of the converter. After doing so, if your catalytic converter is stolen, you can advise the officer of the OAN, your stolen property can now be entered into a statewide database for stolen property, and we will be able to locate the victim and successfully prosecute these thieves.
· On September 26, 2022, Deputies responded to the McKittrick area for a disturbance. Upon arrival, Deputies learned a subject had promised another individual fifty dollars for a ride from
· On September 26, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in Wellsville for a physical domestic in progress. Upon contact with the residence, Deputies learned it was two juvenile siblings who were fighting. Deputies were able to talk to the juveniles and calm the situation with both agreeing to stay away from each other. During their investigations, Deputies discovered tobacco products, 2 bottles of alcohol, and drug paraphernalia commonly used to smoke marijuana in one of the juvenile’s room. These items were confiscated and a Juvenile referral was completed.
· On September 28, 2022, Deputies were patrolling in the Jonesburg area when they observed a suspicious vehicle. When Deputies got behind the vehicle it immediately turned its lights off and pulled into a driveway. As Deputies pulled in after the vehicle, the driver jumped out of the vehicle and fled the area on foot. A search of the vehicle revealed two hypodermic syringes and a glass vial containing a white powdery substance, which tested positive for Methamphetamine. The suspect’s identity has been confirmed and we have filed warrant applications for Possession of Controlled Substance, and Resisting Arrest by flight.
· On September 29, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in
Calls for the Week:
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Property Damage – New
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Abandoned Vehicle – New
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Abandoned Vehicle – New
· Assist Children’s Division –
· Stealing –
· 911 Open Line –
· Check Well Being -
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Medical - New
· Stealing – New
· Assist MSHP – New
· Public Service Request –
· C & I – I 70
· Suspicious Activity – Price’s Branch
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Information – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Animal Complaint –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Information –
· Assist Jail Officer Safety –
· 911 Accidental –
· Trespassing – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – New
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Pedestrian Check –
· Child Custody Exchange – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Pedestrian Check –
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Pedestrian Check –
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Medical –
· Assist Jail –
· 911 Open Line – I 70
· 911 Accidental – New
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Threats – McKittrick
· Runaway Juvenile –
· Suspicious Person –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Civil Matter – McKittrick
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Narcotic Activity –
· Domestic – Wellsville
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· Civil Standby – Jonesburg
· C & I – Jonesburg
· Fraud –
· Check Well Being – New
· Business Check –
· Assist – Wellsville
· Civil Stand by – McKittrick
· Check Well Being – New
· Public Service Request –
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental –
· Domestic – Montgomery
· Suspicious Activity –
· Fire –
· Motorist Assist –
· Civil Standby – Wellsville
· Suicidal Subject – Wellsville
· Found Property – New
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line -
· Juvenile Compliant – Montgomery
· Motorist Assist –
· Disturbance – McKittrick
· Citizen Assist – I-70
· Animal Complaint – Big Springs
· School Visit –
· Public Service Request –
· Suicidal Subject –
· Check Well Being – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Rape/Sexual Assault – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line –
· Child Abuse Investigation -
· Tamper W Motor Vehicle -
· Warrant Arrest -
· Stealing - New
· Warrant Arrest - Jonesburg
· Warrant Arrest - Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident -
· Peace Disturbance - Mckitrick
· Assault- Wellsville
· Resist Arrest - Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident -
· Domestic Assault -
· Assist O’Fallon - Jonesburg
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DRIVER HURT IN WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A driver was hurt in an accident that occurred at 11:25am Wednesday in
TWO INJURED IN TUESDAY NIGHT WRECK
Two
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 2022 FOCUSES ON CRITICAL NEED TO QUICKLY ESCAPE YOUR HOME WHEN FIRES OCCUR
While most Americans feel safest at home, research shows that three-quarters of fire deaths and injuries occur in our homes and that people are now more likely to die in a residential fire than they were in 1980. That’s why the National Fire Prevention Week, Oct, 9-15, theme is “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.”
The National Fire Protection Association recommends families follow these steps to be prepared in case of a fire:
· Make sure your home escape plan meets the needs of all your family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
· Smoke alarms should be installed inside every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of your home. Smoke alarms should be interconnected so when one sounds, they all sound.
· Know at least two ways out of every room, if possible. Make sure all doors and windows open easily.
· Have an outside meeting place a safe distance from your home where everyone should meet.
· Practice your home fire drill at least twice a year with everyone in the household, including guests. Practice at least once during the day and at night.
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October 5, 2022
BOONVILLE TEEN ESCAPES INJURY IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A Boonville teen escaped injury after a one-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A driver was seriously injured in a Monday afternoon crash in
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR UPCOMING
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, October 10, 2022, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.
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October 4, 2022
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
A driver was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TWO HURT IN SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
Two people were hurt in a Sunday morning crash in
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October 3, 2022
TWO HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
Two people were hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Sunday morning in
MAN INJURED IN AN UTV CRASH
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
A driver was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident Saturday night in
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September 30, 2022
WERDCC CONDUCTING AN EMERGENCY EXERCISE
Within the next week, the Women's Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Vandalia will be conducting its annual emergency exercise. This exercise will involve staff members from WERDCC and possibly other law-enforcement agencies. As a result, there may be an increase in corrections and law-enforcement staff and or equipment in the community.
TEEN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
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WOMAN KILLED IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
50 year old Victoria Cooper of
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday night in
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29, 2022
MAN HURT IN
WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 6:30am Wednesday in Warren County. 61 year old Timothy Curtin of Indianapolis, IN
was westbound on I-70 when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the
roadway, overturned on its right side and struck a fence. He was taken to SSM Health St. Joseph West
Hospital for treatment of
minor injuries.
DRIVER
INJURED IN ONE-VEHICLE WRECK
A driver was injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
Franklin County.
The patrol says that 31 year old Justin Blackburn of Sullivan was south
on the outer I-44 road near Glaser Road when his car ran off the right side of
the road and struck a tree. He sustained
minor injuries and was taken to Missouri
Baptist Hospital
in Sullivan for treatment.
MONTGOMERY
COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
Here’s the latest release from the Sheriff’s
Office in Montgomery County. For the week of 09/16/2022 – 09/22/2022
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On September 16, 2022, Deputies stopped
a vehicle on Highway 19, south of Montgomery City, for displaying a license
plate of another vehicle. Deputies reported the driver admitted to knowing he
had the wrong plate on the vehicle, he was not able to provide proof of
insurance and there were 4 juvenile passengers, none of which were wearing a
seatbelt. After further investigation, deputies seized 3 syringes that were
filled with a liquid substance. After field testing the syringes, deputies
reported all were filled with Methamphetamine. The driver, who was also on
Parole for Dangerous Drugs, was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County
Jail, and charges were filed for Displaying Plates of Another Vehicle, Failing
to Register Motor Vehicle, Failure to Provide Proof of Insurance, Possession of
a Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and
Endangering the Welfare of a Child X 4.
·
On September 17, 2022, Deputies
stopped a vehicle on Booneslick Road, near New Florence, for a registration
violation. During the course of the traffic stop, deputies determined the
driver had been drinking and after failing the field sobriety test, the driver
was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. Deputies further seized
several articles of drug paraphernalia and Methamphetamine. The driver was
transported to the Montgomery County Jail and charges were filed for Displaying
Plates of Another Vehicle, Failing to Register Motor Vehicle, Failing to
Provide Proof of Insurance, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felony
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Driving While Intoxicated.
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On September 17, 2022, Deputies
stopped a vehicle in the Montgomery City area for an equipment violation. Upon
making contact with the driver it was discovered his driver’s license was
suspended. The driver was placed under arrest. After further investigation, the
passenger was found to be in possession a glass smoking devise and a clear
plastic bag containing Methamphetamine. The passenger was arrested and charged
with Possession of a Controlled Substance and Felony Possession of Drug
Paraphernalia. Both were transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
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On September 18, 2022, Deputies
responded to a Domestic outside of Wellsville. Upon making contact with both
parties and after further investigation, deputies were told they were arguing
and the male subject felt it was okay to grab his girlfriend, on three
different occasions during this argument, covering her mouth and nose to where
she could not breath, in order to keep her from yelling at him. The girlfriend
was not able to leave, was further assaulted, and feared for her life. The male
subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charges
were filed for Kidnapping and Domestic Assault.
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On September 20, 2022, Deputies
responded to Anthony Road in Middletown for a report of a loose horse that was
grazing on a neighboring property. The horse has been loose on multiple
occasions and we believe the horse has been abandoned and neglected for quite
some time. The Sheriff’s Office made arrangements with Tangled Willow Equine
Services and the Montgomery County Livestock Barn to assist us in the
impoundment of the horse. The Sheriff’s Office has filed charges against the
owner, who lives in the State of Florida, for Animal Neglect.
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On September 21, 2022, Deputies
stopped a vehicle in the New Florence area for a traffic violation. Upon making
contact with the occupants and after further investigation, deputies discovered
the passenger the passenger was in possession of more than 20 Clonazepam pills,
a Schedule IV Controlled Substance, and two bags containing Methamphetamine.
The passenger was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and
charged with 2 Counts Possession of a Controlled Substance.
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On September 22, 2022, Deputies stopped
a vehicle in the Wellsville area for displaying plates of another vehicle. Upon
making contact with both, the driver and passenger, deputies reported observing
both subject trying to hide something on their person. Upon further
investigation, deputies discovered the driver was in possession of 21 Vicodin
pills, a Schedule II Controlled Substance. The passenger was found to be in
possession of Methamphetamine. Both were arrested, transported to the
Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance
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Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
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Suspicious Vehicle – Bluffton
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
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Public Service Request – Jonesburg
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Assist Other Agency – Jonesburg
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Medical – Montgomery
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Traffic Hazard – High Hill
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Motorist Assist – I-70
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Disturbance – New Florence
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911 Open Line – Montgomery
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Suspicious Activity – Montgomery
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Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
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911 Accidental – Wellsville
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Traffic Accident – I-70
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
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C & I – I-70
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Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery
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Traffic Hazard – Rhineland
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Vehicle Fire – I-70
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C & I – I-70
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Domestic – Wellsville
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Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
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Domestic – Wellsville
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Domestic – Wellsville
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Abandon Vehicle – Bellflower
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Suspicious Activity – New Florence
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Public Relations – McKittrick
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Traffic Accident – I-70
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911 Accidental – Wellsville
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Suspicious Person – Wellsville
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Traffic Hazard – Wellsville
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Domestic – Montgomery
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Pedestrian Check – I-70
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Public Service Request – Bellflower
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Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery City
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Medical – High Hill
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Attempt to Contact – High Hill
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Motorist Assist – New Florence
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
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Animal Complaint – Middletown
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Stealing – New Florence
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School Visit – Montgomery City
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Animal Complaint – Middletown
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Harassment – Montgomery City
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911 Open Line – Montgomery City
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Medical – High Hill
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Attempt to Contact – McKittrick
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Suspicious Activity – Danville
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Special Assignment – Wellsville
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Alarm – Bellflower
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Investigation – Montgomery City
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Assist MSHP
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Medical – Montgomery City
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Check Well Being – New Florence
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Pedestrian Check – I 70
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Domestic – Danville
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Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
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Special Assignment – Montgomery City
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Special Assignment – Middletown
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Check Well Being – I 70
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Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
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Suicidal Subject – Minneola
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Disturbance – New Florence
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Assist Children’s Division
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Civil Matter - Jonesburg
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Assist Other Agency - Danville
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Possess Control Substance - Montgomery
City
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Possess Control Substance - New
Florence
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Possess Control Substance - Montgomery
City
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Domestic - Wellsville
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Domestic Assault - Wellsville
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Suspicious Person - Wellsville
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Abandoned Vehicle - Bellflower
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Assist Other Agency - New Florence
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96-Hour Commit - High Hill
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Stealing - New Florence
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Animal Neglect- Middletown
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Driving While Revoked - McKittrick
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Information/Civil Issue - Montgomery
City
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Possess Control Substance - New
Florence
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Check Well Being New Florence
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Fail To Register As A Sex Offender -
Jonesburg
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Domestic - Montgomery City
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Possess Control Substance - Wellsville
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Driving While Revoked - Wellsville
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Assist Children’s Division -
Montgomery City
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Tampering With Motor Vehicle - New
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Forgery - High Hill
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 4:15am Tuesday in
MOTORCYCLE WRECK SERIOUSLY INJURES MAN
A motorcycle wreck Monday night in
AMERICAN RED CROSS AND UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI TEAMING UP AGAIN AS PART OF THE 111TH MIZZOU HOMECOMING
As part of the 111th Mizzou Homecoming celebration, the University of Missouri and the American Red Cross are once again teaming up for the 36th consecutive year to help save lives through blood donations. Show your ‘Heart of Gold’ by donating blood at the
IT’S DEER SEASON! STAY ALERT!
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds drivers that deer are more active and create hazards for
Rural areas are not the only place where deer/vehicle strikes occur. Drivers in urban areas of the state should watch for deer as well. When you see a deer, slow down and proceed with caution. Deer often travel in groups--stay on guard after a close call or when you see a single deer. Natural features also affect deer movement. In areas where there are streams or wooded corridors surrounded by farmland, look for more deer to cross roadways. At night, watch for deer eyes to reflect your headlights, which could give you more time to react to their presence. Remember that deer behavior changes due to mating season, which may cause an increase in sightings and roadway crossings. Hunting and crop harvesting may result in these animals being in places they aren’t usually seen.
Last year, drivers in
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September 27, 2022
WOMAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 7:15am Monday in
ROLLA MAN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE WRECK
A Rolla man was killed in a motorcycle wreck Sunday night in
DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
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September 26, 2022
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A man and woman from
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY EVENING WRECK
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was seriously injured in an early Saturday morning crash in
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September 23, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A Bunceton man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 11:40pm Wednesday in
TEEN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A Festus teen was injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
FOR THE PERIOD 09/09/2022 – 09/15/2022
· On September 9, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the
· On September 10, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence near Wellsville for a reported a reported seizure. Upon arrival, deputies were advised, when the subject heard the sirens he jumped up and ran into the house. The homeowners advised the subject had run into the bathroom and they did not know what he was doing. Deputies made contact with the male subject and a female in the bathroom who immediately became aggressive toward the Deputies. The male subject then swung at the deputies several times, striking them. Eventually, deputies gained control and the male subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charges were filed for Resisting Arrest and Assault on a Law Enforcement.
· On September 13, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Hwy 161 for a traffic complaint. The reporting party advised of a vehicle, all over the road, and weaving into the oncoming lane of traffic. Deputies located the vehicle and observed it to be driving on the shoulder of the roadway. A traffic stop was conducted and upon contact with the driver, deputies could smell a strong odor of alcohol coming from the driver. After further investigation, the driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Driving While Intoxicated.
CALLS FOR THE WEEK:
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Investigation – Wellsville
· Assist MSHP – Pursuit
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Alarm/Burglary –
· Information –
· Animal Abuse/Neglect – New
· C & I –
· School Visit – Wellsville
· Information –
· Information –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Citizen Assist –
· Stealing –
· Motorist Assist – New
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
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· C & I –
· C & I – I 70
· Medical –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Unknown Situation –
· C & I – I 70
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· C & I –
· Information – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
· Medical –
· 911 Accidental – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Public Relations –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Public Relations – Wellsville
· Assault –
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· Attempt to Contact – New
· Disturbance –
· Medical – Wellsville
· Assist MSHP
· Domestic – Hermann
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Harassment – McKittrick
· Citizen Assist – High Hill
· Disturbance – McKittrick
· Child Custody Dispute – New
· Stealing – High Hill
· Suspicious Person –
· Suspicious Person – New
· Suspicious Person – New
· Public Service Request –
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency – I-70
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Disturbance – I-70
· C & I – Montgomery
· Found Property –
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Traffic Accident –
· 911 Open Line –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
· Trespass – New
· C & I – I-70
· C & I – I-70
· Medical –
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Attempt to Contact – New
· Disturbance – Wellsville
· Public Service - New
· 911 Open Line –
· Public Service Request –
· Check Well Being – I-70
· Disturbance – High Hill
· Suspicious Activity – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Harassment –
· Resisting Arrest –
· Child Porn Investigation – Wellsville
· Recovered Stolen Property –
· Possession of Controlled Substance –
· Warrant arrest – New Florence
· Assault on LEO – Wellsville
· Mental Health –
· Trespassing – New
· Harassment
· Burglary – High Hill
· Stealing –
· Domestic – New
· Drive While Intoxicated –
· School Assault –
· K-9
· Sexual Assault – New
· Assault –
· Mental Health Issues – New
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September 22, 2022
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department reports they impounded a horse that has been on the loose on multiple occasions. They also offered thanks to Tangled Willow Equine Services and the Montgomery County Livestock Barn for their assistance with the transport and impoundment of the horse that authorities believe has been abandoned and neglected for quite some time. Tuesday, the horse was found on a neighboring property grazing and since the horse has been on the loose several times the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office will be filing charges against the owner for Animal Neglect. The horse was impounded from the
4 HURT IN GASCONADE
2 women and 2 kids were injured in an accident that occurred at 6:15pm Tuesday in
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
A Union woman was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday evening in
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September 21, 2022
The Highway Patrol reports 49 year old Christopher J. Kennedy of
Troopers say 30 year old Jesse Welter, of Dubuque, IA was eastbound on US 54, just east of Audrain County Road 725 at 10:20 a.m. Monday when the motorcycle he was driving ran off the right side of the roadway and began overturning ejecting the driver before the motorcycle came to a final rest. Welter received moderate injuries and was transported to
GROUND BROKEN FOR NEW STATE OF THE ART BEEF PROCESSING FACILITY IN
Governor Mike Parson participated in the ground breaking ceremony for American Foods Group, LLC's (AFG) new state-of-the-art beef processing facility in
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September 20, 2022
DRIVER INJURED IN PIKE
A driver was injured in an accident that occurred at around 9:20am Sunday in
COLUMBIA
The Columbia Police Department will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at its
NATIONAL CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK
Many law enforcement agencies statewide along with other safety advocates are working together on a campaign designed to help reduce serious injuries and fatalities for children involved in automobile crashes. National Child Passenger Safety Week kicked off on Sunday and will continue through Saturday, September 24th.
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September 19, 2022
MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN SATURDAY EVENING CRASH
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY ACCIDENT
A St. Peters woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 5am Saturday in
TEEN SERIOUSLY HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
A Fenton teen was seriously hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
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September 16, 2022
On Wednesday, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department new K9 - Justice made her first school appearance at the Wellsville-Middletown R1 School. K9 Justice and her handler, K9 Deputy Brent Sheets, conducted a search of the student lockers and everyone should be happy to know, nothing was found. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is committed to ensuring the safety of all students and doing their part to help keep schools in the county drug free. Wednesday’s search is one of those efforts.
COLUMBIA
On Tuesday, at approximately 12:30 pm, Boone County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 1400 block of
Burglary 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Resisting Arrest.
Columbia Police has been issuing reminders to make sure to lock your cars and take other measures to help prevent car break-ins! Police said in a post on social media that in the last 48 hours, there have been approximately 11 break-ins reported within the
TWO KILLED IN FATAL GASCONADE COUNTY CRASH
A mother and daughter were killed in a Gasconade County crash at 11:28 a.m. Wednesday at the MO 19 and MO 100 junction. The patrol said 61 year old Cynthia R. Wolf of Gasconade, MO was eastbound on MO 100 and failed to stop for a stop sign. Her vehicle crossed MO 19 and struck a bluff. The driver was pronounced deceased minutes after the crash and a passenger, the drivers mother, 79 year old Anita R. Wolf was pronounced deceased just before noon Wednesday by the Gascondade County Coroner at the scene. The Hermann Police Department and Gasconade County Sheriff’s Department assisted at the scene. It was noted in the report this was Troop F’s 6th and 7th fatality for September and the 54th and 55th for the year.
TWO CENTRALIA RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN CRASH
Two Centralia residents both sustained minor injuries when the vehicles they were driving collided on Route Z, 1 mile north of Union Church Road in Boone County at 2:45 pm Wednesday. Troopers said the crash occurred when a vehicle driven by a 17 year old male who was northbound traveled off the right side of the road and overcorrected. The vehicle then returned to the roadway, crossed the center of the highway and struck the driver side of a southbound pickup driven by 32 year old Colin Kemble. Both drivers refused medical treatment at the scene and both vehicles were totaled.
SUSPECT TURNED HIMSELF IN MONDAY TO BOONE COUNTY AUTHORITIES
Columbia Police say Jeffrey David Tubbs, 50, of Columbia, turned himself in to the Boone County Jail at approximately 7:50 p.m. on Sept. 12. He is charged with first-degree assault, armed criminal action and two counts of unlawful use of a weapon. Tubbs was being sought by Columbia Police in connection to an incident that occurred Aug. 31 at approximately 11:48 a.m. when officers were dispatched to an area near the intersection of Old Highway 63 North and Gordon Street for a report of a shooting. On scene, officers located an adult male victim with apparent gunshot wounds who was transported by EMS to a local hospital. While the suspect had already fled the scene, officers identified Tubbs as the suspect during the investigation. Tubbs is in custody of the Boone County Jail without bond.
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September 14, 2022
MAN HURT IN AUDRAIN
A Martinsburg man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 8:10pm Tuesday in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Monday night crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was injured in a Tuesday morning wreck in
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September 13, 2022
HALLSVILLE MAN ELECTROCUTED IN AUTO ACCIDENT
BOONVILLE MAN DIES AS A RESULT OF FRIDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Columbia Police investigated a fatal crash that occurred on I-70 Westbound near the 123.4 mile marker shortly after noon on Friday. Police say 30 year old Ruzana Tadzhibayev of
Columbia Police are investigating an assault that occurred early Saturday morning at approximately 3:15 a.m. in the 1800 block of
TWO ARRESTED AFTER EARLY MORNING DRUG BUST IN
During the morning hours last Wednesday, September 7, 2022, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Missouri State Highway Patrol, and the East Central Drug Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant in the 400 block of South Walnut in
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September 12, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
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DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A driver from Nelson, MO was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
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September 9, 2022
MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO A ROBBERY AUGUST 28TH
Columbia Police have arrested Jameson Jerome Harris, 26, of
HAVE A LARGE EVERGREEN THAT NEEDS REMOVED? DONATE IT TO MDC FOR GOVERNOR’S MANSION CHRISTMAS TREE
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is conducting its annual search for a large Christmas tree for use on the governor's mansion lawn in
MDC is looking for a tree that is about 30 to 40 feet tall. The preferred species for the tree is eastern red cedar, Norway spruce, or white pine. The best candidates will be fully branched on all sides and easily accessible by large equipment.
The right tree may either be near the end of its life or may need to be removed for other reasons. Often evergreens are planted too close to homes and buildings and eventually grow too large for the space.
Once the tree is selected, MDC staff will coordinate the cutting and delivery of the trees to the governor's mansion at no cost to the owners. The donor will receive a thank-you from the governor and an invitation to the lighting ceremony, which usually occurs the first Friday in December.
They ask people to take photos of candidate trees and email them to holidaytrees@mdc.mo.gov. Be sure to include a contact telephone number, location of the tree, and several pictures taken from different angles and distances. Candidate tree nominations can also be submitted by mail to: Missouri Department of Conservation, ATTN: Mansion Christmas Tree,
All entries must be submitted by Oct 7. Full guidelines are available at mdc.mo.gov/trees-plants/governors-mansion-christmas-tree-search. For more information or questions, contact MDC Communications Specialist Holly Dentner at 573-751-4115, ext. 3110, or Holly.Dentner@mdc.mo.gov.
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The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that the
As a Certified Site of the Missouri Certified Site program,
MODOT IS HIRING DEDICATED WORKERS TO JOIN WINTER MAINTENANCE CREWS
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Right now, MoDOT has several full-time maintenance and emergency maintenance equipment operator positions open throughout the state. Salaries start at $17.55 per hour, depending on level of experience and area of operation. This position is also eligible for an additional $3 to $6 per hour when working winter/emergency operations activities.
“It’s not just a winter job,” said Natalie Roark, MoDOT’s maintenance director. “Opportunities for year-round employment include mowing, striping and other maintenance functions to keep
Full-time maintenance employment requirements:
Emergency Maintenance Equipment Operator requirements:
Full-time maintenance employees receive full training and a long list of other benefits including retirement, paid leave, medical, vision and dental insurance; and a culturally diverse workplace that is dedicated to safety and personal development.
To learn more about this opportunity, or to apply online, go to www.modot.org/careers .
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September 7, 2022
MAN INJURED IN
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WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
A woman from
MSHP RELEASES LABOR DAY
Five people died in traffic crashes, one person died in a boating crash, and one person drowned during the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend. The Patrol investigated four of the traffic fatalities; Springfield Police Department investigated one traffic fatality. The 2022 counting period for the Labor Day holiday was from 6 p.m., Friday, September 2, through 11:59 p.m., Monday, September 5.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the following enforcement activity during 2022 Labor Day holiday:
MSHP Traffic Statistics (preliminary):
Crashes ¯ 276
Injuries ¯ 97
Fatalities ¯ 4
DWI ¯ 113
Drug Arrests ¯ 55
MSHP Boating Statistics (preliminary):
Crashes ─ 7
Injuries ─ 3
Fatalities ─ 1
BWI ¯ 5
Drownings — 1
Drug Arrests ¯ 8
Troopers investigated four of the five fatal traffic crashes over the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend. Springfield Police Department investigated one traffic fatality. One fatal traffic crash each occurred in the Troop D,
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MAN INJURED IN
A man from
DRIVER HURT AFTER FLEEING FROM POLICE SUNDAY NIGHT
An O’Fallon driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TEEN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
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September 5, 2022
MAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A Mokane man was injured in an accident that occurred at 8:50pm Saturday in
TEEN HURT IN ONE-VEHICLE WRECK
A Linn teen was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver from
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NECAC HAS FUNDING FOR UTILITY ASSISTANCE
Requests for utility assistance are rising as fast as bills, but one area organization has an answer. The North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) has about $700,000 in funding available to help qualifying residents of 12
A recent study by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association found that one in six American households is behind on utility payments. In addition to seeking help from NECAC, households are urged to talk with their utility provider before the debt becomes large and to cut energy consumption where possible.
NECAC is accepting utility assistance applications online or in person at its service centers. The monthly income limit for a one-person household is $2,211. For a four-person residence, it’s $4,252. Additional amounts are available upon request. So far this year, 8,552 applications have been registered, which is up 1,746 from the same period on 2021.
More information is available by calling 573-324-0120 or by contacting a
SMALL BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM DRAFT GUIDELINES AND SURVEY NOW AVAILABLE
The Department of Economic Development (DED) is requesting public feedback on its proposed Small Business Grant Program, funded via the State of
The Public Input Survey linked below will assist DED in creating the Small Business Grant Program Guidelines, including minimum and maximum awards, eligible applicants, and funding priorities.
The Public Input Survey is open now, and you may provide input until 5:00 p.m. on September 14, 2022. If you are unable to submit comments online, you may submit comments by contacting DED at 573-751-4962. Complete information is available on DED's ARPA community and business development webpage.
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Columbia Police detained a male juvenile, of
This report covers the period 08/19/2022 – 08/25/2022
· On August 19, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the
· On August 19, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the
· On August 20, 2022, Deputies observed an individual driving a vehicle who they knew had a suspended driver’s license. Deputies stopped the vehicle in the
· On August 21, 2022, Deputy Hunter responded to a report of a vehicle parked in the passing lane on west Interstate 70 near the 182 mile marker. While responding Deputy Hunter received information that the vehicle was involved in an accident, left the scene of that accident, and crashed into the median wall, approximately 1/4 mile west of the original accident scene. Deputy Hunter located the suspect vehicle and upon approach he reported smelling a strong odor of burnt marijuana and observed the driver swaying in his seat with his eyes closed. The driver was later identified as Douglas R. Beeson, a 31 year old man from
Calls for the Week :
· Assist
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Violation of Full Order Protection - High Hill
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Courtesy Ride –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Fire – I 70
· Civil Stand by –
· Special Assignment –
· 911 Accidental –
· Information –
· Information –
· Assist MSHP
· Special Assignment –
· Unwanted Subject – High Hill
· Medical – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – Unknown
· C & I – I 70
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Medical –
· Information –
· Information –
· Information –
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Burglary – New Florence
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Pedestrian Check – New Florence
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Trespassing – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – I 70
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Disturbance –
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Child Custody Dispute –
· 911 Accidental –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Traffic Hazard – New Florence
· C & I – I 70
· Attempt to Contact – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· School Visit –
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· School Visit – Jonesburg
· Arrest –
· Suspicious Vehicle – New Florence
· Fraud – New Florence
· Suspicious Activity – New Florence
· Civil Matter - Wellsville
· Assist Warren County K-9 Search
· Assist Jail
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Special Assignment –
· Suspicious Activity –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity –
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Information – Unknown
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Ed Neglect – Jonesburg
· Stealing –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Suspicious Person –
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Suicidal Subject –
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Information – New Florence
· Disturbance –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Check Well Being –
· Disturbance –
· Violation Ex-parte – New Florence
· Driving While Intoxicated -
· Possess Control Substance -
· Possess Control Substance -
· Assault on LEO – High Hill
· Possession of a Controlled Substance – High Hill
· Verbal Dispute - Jonesburg
· Warrant Arrest –
· Fraud -
· Failing To Register Motor Vehicle -
· Assisted
· Attempted Stealing -
· Mental Health - Jonesburg
· Death Investigation -
· Threats Investigation - Wellsville
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MURDER SUSPECT MAKES FIRST COURT APPEARANCE
The man accused of first-degree murder in the shooting death of a senior student and football player at
DED AWARDS MORE THAN $17 MILLION THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM TO 40 COMMUNITIES FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced it will award more than $17 million to 40 communities through its Community Development Block Grant Program to assist with various improvement projects.
“Strong infrastructure is fundamental to the wellbeing of our state and every Missourian,” said Governor Mike Parson. “Whether through repairing roadways or improving public safety, the Community Development Block Grant program is improving lives statewide. We’re always proud to make investments that help ensure communities have solid foundations for success.”
Funded projects include street and roadway repairs, stormwater and drainage improvements, demolition of dilapidated structures, and construction of new public facilities.
For the latest updates on DED’s current or future programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.
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August 30, 2022
INCLUDE SAFETY IN YOUR PLANS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to plan for a safe 2022 Labor Day weekend. Whether you are on the water or on the road, it’s everyone's responsibility to travel safely and observe all
As you plan your Labor Day weekend, incorporate safety into every facet:
· choosing your route,
· making sure your equipment is in good working condition,
· being aware of and following
· driving your vehicle or vessel courteously, and
· wearing a seat belt or a life jacket.
Help ensure a safer Labor Day weekend for everyone.
In
The Labor Day holiday is also a busy boating weekend. In 2021, there were nine boating crashes which included one fatality and four injuries. There were no drownings over last year's Labor Day holiday. Troopers arrested four people for boating while intoxicated during last year's counting period.
The 2022 counting period for the Labor Day holiday will be from 6 p.m., Friday, September 2, 2022, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, September 5, 2022.
The Highway Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort) over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. All available troopers will be patrolling
Marine enforcement troopers will be working to make our waterways safer during the holiday weekend.
Never operate a vehicle or vessel while you are impaired. Alcohol affects your judgement, reaction time, vision, coordination, and comprehension. The movement of the boat, vibration and noise from the boat’s motor, sun, and wind are all boating stressors and enhance the effect of alcohol on your body. If alcohol is part of your water activities, drink responsibly, and never operate a vessel if you’ve consumed alcohol.
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Report Line (800) 525-5555 or *55 on your cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These emergency numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies. If your celebration includes alcohol, designate someone else to drive whether you are in your boat or your car. Please don't become a statistic.
MDC MANAGED WATERFOWL RESERVATIONS FOR FALL OPEN SEPT. 1
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces its managed waterfowl hunts for this hunting season. The pre-season reservation period will run Sept. 1-18 with results posted Oct. 1. The in-season weekly drawings will take place on Monday afternoons with a seven-day application period that opens the Tuesday before and closes the Monday of the draw at 3 p.m.
Applicants for waterfowl reservations must have their required permits to apply, and their Federal Duck Stamp to hunt.
MDC offers managed waterfowl hunting on more than a dozen conservation areas specially managed with a focus on wetlands. Hunters can apply for a reservation or participate in a daily morning drawing for opportunities to hunt at these areas. MDC also offers waterfowl hunting on other conservation areas. In addition to MDC areas,
For this fall, MDC’s waterfowl reservation system will offer 50 percent of daily hunting positions for the managed-hunt areas through online reservations. Of the 50 percent of spots through online reservations, half will be for pre-season applications and half will be allocated during a weekly in-season application period. The remaining 50 percent of spots will be held for hunters who participate in the daily morning drawing and wait in the “poor line” for the possibility of getting a hunting spot.
Successful pre-season and in-season reservation applicants will be notified after their respective draws via email or text message with their hunt date, location, and pill assignment. “Pills” designate the order hunting parties select their hunting locations on the area. The lower the number, the sooner hunting parties get to select their hunting location.
Only one member from each hunting party will be allowed to have a staff member pull a pill for their respective party. Residents and nonresidents can hunt with a reservation holder and hunting parties are limited to a maximum of four people.
MDC also notes that hunters with disabilities will apply to use
For more information, visit MDC online at mdc.mo.gov and search Waterfowl Reservations, visit the Waterfowl Reservations page directly at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/waterfowl/managed-hunts-waterfowl/waterfowl-reservations, or get a copy of MDC’s 2022-23 Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest, available online from MDC and where permits are sold.
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August 29, 2022
ROUTE M IN
Weather permitting, on Monday MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Route M in
WRIGHT CITY MAN FACING SEVERAL CHARGES
On August 21 Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Hunter responded to a report of a vehicle parked in the passing lane on west Interstate 70 near the 182 mile marker. While responding Deputy Hunter received information that the vehicle was involved in an accident, left the scene of that accident, and crashed into the median wall, approximately 1/4 mile west of the original accident scene. Deputy Hunter located the suspect vehicle and upon approach, he reported smelling a strong odor of burnt marijuana and observed the driver swaying in his seat with his eyes closed. The driver was later identified as Douglas R. Beeson, a 31 year old man from
FAYETTE SHOOTING THURSDAY NIGHT
Fayette Police responded to a house in Fayette Thursday night after a report of a shooting and found a man dead inside the house that was identified as Torrance Evans, a CMU Senior. His roommate, Kundarrius Taylor, 23 has been charged with first degree murder in the case and is being held without bond. He is scheduled to be arraigned on Tuesday. Authorities said an argument between the two men, turned into a confrontation and
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NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
On Wednesday & Thursday, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
4 PEOPLE TRANSORTED TO HOSPITAL FOLLOWING BOONE
A head-on crash on Highway 124 north of
The Highway Patrol reports a
LAWSUITS CONNECTED TO TRAIN DERAILMENT IN JUNE ALLOWED TO PROCEED
Following arguments in a virtual court hearing recently, Judge Terry Tschannen ruled that lawsuits filed in connection with the train derailment that killed 4 people near Mendon may continue. KMBC reports that the company that owned the dump truck the train crashed into filed motions to pause the lawsuits. That company, MS Contracting of
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August 24, 2022
NEW DETAILS REGARDING
As we told you Monday morning, a Holts Summit man and a
RESIDENTIAL FIRE IN
This past Friday, August 19th at 2:39 pm, the Mexico Department of Public Safety was called to the 700 block of
ST. CHARLES COUNTY MAN ADMITS PANDEMIC LOAN FRAUD
A man from O’Fallon,
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August 23, 2022
GOOD TURNOUT FOR ANNUAL TRACTOR CRUISE
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department reports a great turnout for the Annual Tractor Cruise through parts of
TWO MEN HAVE BEEN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO HOMICIDE ON SATURDAY IN PARKING LOT OF
Columbia Police say two men have been arrested in connection to a homicide that occurred Saturday afternoon in the parking lot of a
NEW COMMANDING OFFICER FOR TROOP F IN
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the following transfer:
Captain Jason N. Crites, director of the Research and Development Division, General Headquarters,
Crites joined the Patrol as a member of the 75th Recruit Class on February 1, 1998. Upon graduating from the Patrol’s
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MAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A man from
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A man and a woman were seriously injured in an early Sunday morning incident in
GOVERNOR’S COST-SHARE PROGRAM TO GENERATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS
The Missouri General Assembly in the last legislative session appropriated $75 million to the departments of transportation and economic development for the Governor’s Transportation Cost-Share Program, aiming to build partnerships with local entities to deliver road and bridge projects. Guidelines and applications for the cost-share program are now available at modot.org/governors-transportation-cost-share-program.
The Governor’s Transportation Cost-Share Program provides financial assistance to public and private applicants for public road and bridge projects. The program matches up to 50% of the construction contract costs for selected projects.
Twenty percent of the funds will be set aside for projects that demonstrate economic development. MoDOT and DED will work with project sponsors to determine when projects may generate economic development, and the program may contribute up to 100% of the construction contract costs from the 20% set aside for these projects.
Applications may be submitted now – Sept. 30. Projects will be selected based on the following criteria:
Economic Impact
Transportation Need
Applicant’s Share of Total Project Costs
Project Readiness
MoDOT’s Cost-Share Committee, made up of MoDOT’s chief engineer, chief financial officer, assistant chief engineer and two director-appointed employees, along with DED staff will select projects with the greatest economic benefit to the state. These projects will then be presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for approval.
The Governor’s Transportation Cost-Share Program guidelines, application and rating matrix are available on MoDOT’s website at modot.org/governors-transportation-cost-share-program.
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JULY 2022 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
SCHOOL BUSES, YOUNG DRIVERS, CHILDREN WALKING ... MUST BE TIME FOR STUDENTS TO RETURN TO SCHOOL!
August has arrived and with it the 2022-2023 school year. The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to encourage parents to include conversations about safety when preparing their student for school. It’s also important that drivers be prepared for the change in traffic patterns as students begin another year of instruction. In 2021, one person was killed and 217 injured in traffic crashes involving a school bus. In
Motorists
Always be vigilant, but especially near school zones, playgrounds, bicycle paths, and crosswalks when schools are in session. Expect pedestrian and bicycle traffic to increase near schools on days where the weather is good. When schools are in session, drivers should expect a change in traffic patterns ─ school buses, parents taking their children to school, and many young drivers will join other motorists on the road and affect the morning and afternoon commute. Whatever route you drive, expect this additional traffic and prepare by allowing extra time to reach your destination.
Students
If you’re walking to school, stay alert! Cross the street at intersections or marked crosswalks and never between parked cars. Use sidewalks when they are available. If it is necessary to walk on the roadway, stay close to the left edge and step off to the left when traffic approaches. Never dash into the street after a friend or to retrieve something.
Riding a bicycle to school is a fun way to travel. If you’re riding your bike, be sure to wear a helmet and obey all traffic signs and signals. Ride as near to the right side of the roadway as is safe and use the proper hand signals when you plan to change directions, slow, or stop. Never carry passengers. Keep both hands on the handlebars except when signaling. It’s important to maintain your bicycle in good condition.
If you ride a school bus, check the weather and dress accordingly. Wait in line for the bus on the shoulder or sidewalk. Use the handrail when getting on or off the bus. Never try to retrieve items that fall under the bus and walk at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing the street. Sit quietly on the bus and keep the aisle clear. If anything goes wrong, stay calm and follow the instructions of the bus driver.
Most traffic crashes involving young drivers (under the age of 21) occur between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., when school typically lets out. Many of these drivers are young and inexperienced. Parents: It is important to encourage those young drivers to remember driving is a full-time job. Using a cell phone, texting, or adjusting the radio can be the distraction that leads to a traffic crash. Texting is against the law for anyone under the age of 22.
Parents
Parents are encouraged to talk to their children about riding a bus, walking, or driving to school in a safe manner. If they ride a bike, please make sure they wear a helmet and follow traffic laws.
Please talk to your children about the Courage2ReportMO program, which provides a safe and confidential way to report any concerns regarding their safety or the safety of others. These concerns may include: assault, bullying/repeated harassment, cyber bullying, fighting, guns, homicide, human trafficking, knife, planned school attack, imminent school shooting, school shooting threat, sexual offense, suicide-other person (3rd party), or a terrorism threat (extremism). Those reporting their concerns may remain anonymous. C2R provides a “sooner is safer” tool to report real time concerns 24 hours a day. There are several ways concerned persons may submit a C2R report:
· through an Apple or Google Play Courage2Report mobile app,
· by making an online report
Via http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/Courage2ReportMO/index.html, or
· by speaking confidentially to a trained professional at 866-748-7047.
C2R Missouri calls and tips (web and mobile app) are answered 24 hours a day, 365 days per year by trained communications professionals. C2R Missouri requires a disposition report be returned on each tip report, notifying the Missouri State Highway Patrol of the outcome. For more information about C2R
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This past Monday at approximately 4:26 PM, the Fulton Police Department investigated a person with a gun. During the investigation, Officers located the suspect vehicle and during contact officers located approximately 48 grams of Methamphetamines, Oxycondone, Fentanyl, Marijuana, scales, baggies and two handguns. Police say one of the handguns contained a 30 round magazine which was loaded. Ehlannah Kaskus was arrested for possession with the intent to distribute and unlawful use of a firearm. She was released to jail staff pending bond from a judge. Another suspect, Royce Kemp, fled on foot from officers during the investigation. He is wanted by authorities for multiple felony warrants. Fulton Police were assisted by the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office and the Missouri State Highway Patrol
This past Friday, August 12th Missouri Governor Parson appointed Brian Treece, of
MODOT BRINGS FREEDOM DRIVERS PROJECT TO
The Missouri Department of Transportation is partnering with Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) to bring the Freedom Drivers Project traveling exhibit to the Missouri State Fair in
A first-of-its-kind mobile exhibit, the Freedom Drivers Project is a premiere tool in educating the public about the realities of domestic trafficking and how the trucking industry is combating it. FMC Transport played an important role in bringing the trailer to the Missouri State Fair.
For more information about MoDOT’s efforts to “Put the Brakes on Human Trafficking,” go to modot.org/fighthumantrafficking or contact the MoDOT Human Resources office at 573-526-7644.
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UPDATE: NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Due to the wet site conditions the following work has been rescheduled.
Next Wednesday & Thursday Aug. 24-25, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
SEMA HOSTS APPLICANT BRIEFINGS TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, NONPROFITS INCLUDED IN FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATION
Following the federal disaster declaration for flash flooding in the
SEMA strongly encourages all eligible agencies in
The authorized representative of each potential applicant should attend one of the briefings in order to register for Public Assistance. In-person applicant briefings also provide an opportunity to meet with FEMA personnel, get any questions answered and begin filling out required paperwork. Attendees should anticipate that the meeting can last up to 4 hours, and to bring the organization’s UEI number and Federal Employer Identification Number in order to register with FEMA in a timely manner.
Tuesday, Aug. 16
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 17
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
For questions about the Applicant Briefings or the Public Assistance program, please call (573) 526-9378.
SEVERAL INJURED WHEN UTV OVERTURNED IN
Troopers say several were injured in a UTV wreck on private property in
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TWO ARRESTED AFTER ROUTINE TRAFFIC STOP
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department reports deputies on routine patrol stopped a vehicle on Highway E, near Highway JJ on Friday. As a result of that stop it was determined a passenger in the vehicle, 29 year old John A. Golden of
ROAD TO
Weather permitting, On Monday, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Route T in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
EPA ACCEPTING CLEAN SCHOOL BUS REBATE APPLICATIONS UNTIL FRIDAY
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reminding school districts and eligible school bus operators and contractors of the August 19, 2022 deadline to apply for funding to begin replacing the nation’s fleet of school buses with clean and zero-emission buses. $500 million is available to eligible applicants in the first round of funding for the new Clean School Bus (CSB) program out of the unprecedented $5 billion investment for low- and zero-emission school buses over the next five years, secured through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allows EPA to prioritize certain applicants in the CSB Program. Applicants requesting funds to replace school buses that serve high-need school districts, low-income areas, rural districts, and Bureau of Indian Affairs funded school districts will be offered more funding per bus and receive preference in the selection process in the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates program. However, all eligible applicants, regardless of prioritization status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
EPA is committed to meeting and exceeding the Biden-Harris Administration’s Justice40 goal that at least 40% of the benefits of certain government programs flow to disadvantaged communities. The Clean School Bus Program will strive to meet this commitment and advance environmental justice and equity considerations into all aspects of our work.
EPA is accepting rebate applications until 11:59pm Eastern time on August 19, 2022.
The Clean School Bus Rebates application is simple, does not require matching, and allows for funds to be awarded before the purchase of the buses. The first step potential applicants must complete is to verify they have an active registration within the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). When creating a SAM.gov registration, most applicants will use the Federal Assistance Awards Only. Please visit https://www.epa.gov/cleanschoolbus/online-rebate-application-information-clean-school-bus-program for more information on prerequisites for accessing the application.
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ASHCROFT ANNOUNCES 2022
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced his office will be involved in several activities and events during the 2022 Missouri State Fair in
August 14 – On Military Appreciation Day, Secretary Ashcroft will be participating in the “Show-Me Strong” ceremony inside the
August 16- Secretary Ashcroft will be attending the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and Missouri Farmers Care Food Day in the
August 17 - On Senior Day, inside the
August 18 – Secretary Ashcroft will attend the Governor’s Ham Breakfast, followed by a meeting with Missouri Corn Growers. Ashcroft will join a FFA Food Packing event at 10:30 a.m. before speaking with several groups including the Missouri Pork Producers, Agriculture Advisory Council, Missouri Cattlemen’s Association and the Midwest Dairy Association.
August 11 – 21 -The Missouri Secretary of State’s booth, located in the
LAW ENFORCEMENT LOCATES RIFLE BELIEVED STOLEN BY WANTED MURDER SUSPECT
KTVO’s John Garlock reports Investigators searching for a wanted murder suspect from
A team of officers was then sent out to look for the firearm. Dunn said they found it in a wooded area west of Youngstown Trail. The weapon was covered up with leaves, sticks and debris. The 38-year-old Rongey, from
07/29/2022 – 08/04/2022
· On July 29, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Highway E and Ashley road for a reported theft. The reporting party advised that a dark-colored vehicle had stopped at the intersections and removed the
· On July 29, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence for a suicidal subject. It was reported that the resident was filling the house with natural gas and going sleep. Upon arrival deputies reported that all doors were locked and they were unable to make contact with the resident. Deputies forced entry into the house and located the resident on the kitchen floor. Deputies located the shut-off valve for the gas and began opening window to air out the house.
· July 30, 2022, Deputies responded to High Hill for a report of Stealing and Assault. Reporting party advised she had allowed a homeless friend stay at the address to help her out. The reporting party arrived home, on the above date, and observed the friend loading a truck with the reporting party’s property. The reporting party parked behind the truck and was looking for her phone to contact law enforcement when the friend got in the truck and started ramming the reporting party’s vehicle. The friend, was able to get around her vehicle and flee the scene. They are no longer friends.J This incident is currently under investigation.
· On July 30, 2022, Deputies were patrolling
· On July 30, 2022, Deputies responded to
Calls for the Week:
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· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Domestic -
· Assault - High Hill
· Warrant Arrest -
· Harassment -
· Tamper With Motor Vehicle - High Hill
· Child Custody Dispute -
· Acting Coroner - Wellsville
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· Narcotic Activity – New
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – New
· Assault –
· Trespassing –
· Suicidal Subject –
· Abandoned Vehicle – Truxton
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· C & I –
· Suicidal Subject –
· Public Service Request –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Stealing – High Hill
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Truxton
· Suspicious Person –
· Medical –
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity –
· Fire –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· C & I – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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· C & I –
· Suspicious Person - Wellsville
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· 911 Open line –
· Civil Stand By –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist –
· Suspicious Person – High hill
· Motorist Assist – New
· C & I – I 70
· C & I –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Pedestrian Check – New
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Pedestrian Check –
· Pedestrian Check – New
· 911 Accidental –
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· Medical – Wellsville
· Domestic –
· Disturbance –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Animal Complaint -
· Animal Complaint –
· Pedestrian Check – Jonesburg
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· Trespassing – New
· Medical – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Found Property – Wellsville
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Assault – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Disturbance –
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· 911 Accidental – McKittrick
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
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· Suspicious Person – Wellsville
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UPDATE: NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Due to the wet site conditions the following work has been rescheduled.
Next Wednesday & Thursday Aug. 17-18, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES GOVERNOR PARSON’S REQUEST FOR FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATION TO
On Monday, President Joe Biden approved Governor Mike Parson’s request for a major disaster declaration for
The federal disaster declaration also makes FEMA’s Public Assistance program available to the City of
Individuals who sustained damage or losses due to the flooding between July 25 and July 28, 2022 in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis and St. Charles counties may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling FEMA’s toll-free application line at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time, seven days a week. Those affected by the flooding are encouraged to document losses, including photographing damage and retaining receipts. The faster Missourians register with FEMA, the faster they may be able to receive assistance.
The deadline for most individual assistance programs is 60 days following the President’s major disaster declaration.
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced Tuesday that an initiative petition to place the question on the ballot has enough signatures and voters will decide in November. If approved,
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COMMISSION AWARDS $29.3 MILLION TO IMPROVE RURAL ROADS IN
During its regular meeting on August 3, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded $29.3 million in contracts for projects covering 370 lane miles of resurfacing on rural roads in
Contract information and project locations are as follows:
Awarded to Pace Construction Company,
Awarded to Capital Paving and Construction, LLC ,
Additional information, regarding timelines and impacts to traffic, will be released prior to the start of construction with all projects scheduled to be completed by June 30, 2023. These projects are included as part of Gov. Parson’s
RANAR SCREEN PRINTING EQUIPMENT TO RELOCATE TO
RANAR Screen Printing Equipment, Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance screen printing equipment, has announced it will relocate to
RANAR is coming to
For this expansion, RANAR used the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation. RANAR is participating in Rural Works, which requires a minimum creation of two jobs and a minimum capital investment of $100,000.
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August 9, 2022
HANNIBAL MAN SENTENCED ON GUN CHARGES
U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Clark on Monday sentenced a man from Hannibal who was caught with stolen firearms to five years and three months in prison. Hannibal Police and the Ralls County Sheriff’s Department were investigating the theft of firearms when they located Ronald Allen on on December 24, 2020 in a home in Hannibal. Officers found three stolen semi automatic pistols, drug paraphernalia, marijuana and more in the home according to Allen’s plea agreement. Two of the guns were stolen the night before on Ralls County and the other was stolen from Jefferson City, according to court documents. Allen, 46, pleaded guilty in April to being a felon in possession of a firearm. The Hannibal Police Department, the Rall’s County Sheriff’s Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated the case which was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kourtney Bell.
GASCONADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS ARREST
In the early morning hours of August 2nd, 2022, Gasconade County Deputies were dispatched to the 1900 block of Epple Road near Hermann for a report of a suspicious person. While enroute, another 911 call was received in the 1900 block of Epple Road reporting a burglary in progress. Gasconade County 911 reported the caller’s husband briefly had the male subject at gun point, but the subject fled on foot. During the deputy’s investigation, they contacted several homeowners on Epple Road and Old Iron Road who reported their vehicles were broken into or rummaged through with items stolen. Video footage was obtained from one of the locations, and a suspect was shortly identified. A search for the suspect resulted in the discovery of a black Nissan Sentra passenger vehicle on the property of Oak Haven Cemetery. The responding deputy immediately recognized the vehicle as being one he dealt with at the Roadside Park outside of Hermann the night before. During that interaction, the driver of the vehicle was identified as, Terry Buecker, 49-year-old male of Union, Missouri. The vehicle was impounded and the search for Buecker continued. Gasconade County 911 received a call reporting a truck had been stolen from the 1400 block of Old Iron Road. Deputies were able to get a detailed description from the reporting party, which matched the description of Buecker. Sheriff Scott Eiler observed the stolen pickup truck traveling South on Highway 19 near Liske Road. The truck was occupied with a male driver and female passenger. Sheriff Eiler and other deputies followed the vehicle into the Oak Haven Cemetery where Buecker and a female passenger were taken into custody without incident. The female passenger was released at the scene and Buecker was transported to the Franklin County Jail pending warrant application. On August 2nd, 2022, Gasconade County Prosecuting Attorney Mary Weston filed charges on Terry L. Buecker for Tampering with a Moter Vehicle – 1st Degree. Bond was set at $7,500.00 cash or surety. Additional charges will be filed at a later date once the investigation is completed.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
July 22, 2022 – July 28, 2022
On July 22, 2022, Deputies responded to a physical altercation at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Upon arrival, Deputies located one of the subject involved and discovered he had an active warrant for his arrest. While placing the subject under arrest, Deputies recovered a defaced .45 caliber handgun that was hidden in the subject’s waistband. The subject was transported to the Montgomery County Jail for the active warrant and charges were filed for Possession of Defaced Firearm.
On July 23, 2022, Deputies received information that someone posted a picture of a handgun on social media and threatened to shoot an individual if they were seen on the fairgrounds. Through the course of the investigation, Deputies were able to identify and locate the suspect. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Making a Terroristic Threat.
On July 26, 2022, Deputies responded to Jonesburg for a suspicious person behind Dollar General. Deputies located and made contact with the subject, who appeared to be highly intoxicated. The subject advised deputies she had nowhere to stay. Due to her level of intoxication, deputies took the subject into custody and placed her on a 12 hour protective custody hold. When an individual is taken into protective custody, they are released to a responsible party at any time, released when they become sober, or released at the end of 12 hours, whichever comes first.
On July 26, 2022, Deputies received an anonymous tip on the possible location of a stolen U-Haul truck. Deputies located the U-Haul in the Montgomery City area and confirmed it had been reported as stolen. The U-Haul was recovered and will be returned to the rightful owner.
On July 26, 2022, Deputies received information on the possible location of a stolen 2021 John Deere 35G Excavator and a 2021 Trailer Man trailer that we had been investigating since reported on June 30th. Through the course of the investigation we had received several tips on this stolen equipment and most recently, a possible location in Monroe County. The information received was relayed to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office who responded and located the equipment. Montgomery County Sheriff Deputies responded to the location and with the help of the original owner of the stolen property, both the trailer and the excavator were recovered. The investigation continues as we are still developing leads on all individuals believed to have been involved in stealing the equipment.
On July 27, 2022, Deputies responded to a burglary in progress at a residence in Buell. The reporting party advised he caught an unknown female inside his neighbor’s house and currently had the subject held at gun point. Upon arrival, deputies arrested the subject who stated she was looking for things to buy. The subject was also found to be in possession of stolen checks. The subject was transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Burglary, Trespassing, and Forgery.
Calls for the Week:
Suspicious Activity – New Florence
Violation Exparte – Montgomery City
Traffic Hazard – Bellflower
Assist Children’s Division – Wellsville
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
Investigation – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – Jonesburg
Investigation – I 70
Civil Stand-by – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
911 Open Line – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – High Hill
Unwanted Subject – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
Disturbance – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Jonesburg
C & I – Montgomery City
Disturbance – Montgomery City
Alarm – Montgomery City
Motorist Assist – I 70
Attempt to Contact – McKittrick
Suspicious Person – I 70
Information – McKittrick
Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Jonesburg
Check Well Being – Montgomery City
Suspicious Person – New Florence
Assist MSHP – Jonesburg
Motorist Assist – I 70
Traffic Hazard – I 70
Motorist Assist – I 70
Threats – High Hill
Traffic Hazard – I 70
Motorist Assist – I 70
Child Custody Dispute – Kirkwood
Domestic – New Florence
C & I – I 70
911 Open Line – I 70
Missing Child/Person – Montgomery City
Trespassing – Montgomery City
Check Well Being – Middletown
Assist Children’s Division - Jonesburg
911 Open Line – Bellflower
Suspicious Person – Bellflower
Medical – Bellflower
Assist Warren County – K9 Search
C & I – I 70
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Motorist Assist – Bellflower
Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
Traffic Hazard – Wellsville
Motorist Assist – Wellsville
911 Accidental – Bellflower
Leave Without Pay – New Florence
911 Accidental – I 70
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Information – Montgomery City
Stolen Vehicle – Perry
Information – Danville
Motorist Assist – Wellsville
Domestic – Montgomery City
Missing Child/Person – Middletown
Check Well Being – Jonesburg
Attempt to Contact – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – New Florence
Break In – Buell
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Hermann
Animal Complaint – Bellflower
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Investigation – Montgomery City
Medical – Rhineland
911 Accidental – Montgomery City
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Check Well Being – Bellflower
911 Accidental – Bellflower
Check Well Being – Bellflower
Civil Stand-by – Truxton
Public Service Request – Jonesburg
911 Accidental Dial – I 70
Lost / Stolen Wallet - Montgomery County
Animal Complaint - Wellsville
Possession Defaced Firearm - Montgomery City
Make Terrorist Threat - Montgomery City
Recovered Stolen Motor Vehicle - Montgomery City
Verbal Domestic - New Florence
Trespassing - Bellflower
Assist Warren County - Warrenton
Stealing - New Florence
Missing License Plate - Montgomery City
Recovered Stolen Vehicle - Montgomery City
12 Hour Protective Custody Hold - Jonesburg
Trespass - 1st Degree - Montgomery City
Assist Other Agency - Middletown
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GOVERNOR MIKE PARSON AND FIRST LADY TERESA PARSON UNVEIL FIRST LADY’S OFFICIAL PORTRAIT TO BE DISPLAYED AT GOVERNOR’S MANSION
Last Friday, during an event at the Governor's Mansion, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson unveiled the First Lady's official portrait that will join 28 other portraits of Missouri First Ladies displayed on the first floor of the Governor's Mansion.
The portrait was painted by Lisa Ober of
The portrait depicts the First Lady opening the door to the Governor’s Mansion, which she has coined “The People’s House," and welcoming visitors inside. There are also other hidden objects of significance within the piece:
"150" on the door lock for 150 years of the Governor's Mansion;
"200" in the fence for 200 years of
The royal blue dress representing Bolivar school's colors, the Governor and First Lady's hometown;
"1985" on the door handle for when the Governor and First Lady were married;
SCH & KLP initials of the Governor and First Lady's children reflected off the front door;
"6" in the fence for the six grandchildren the Governor and First Lady share;
40 pearls on her necklace representing her 40 years in the banking industry; and
"57" in the tree branch as Governor Parson is
First Lady Parson brings to her role the experience of being a mother, grandmother, businesswoman, volunteer, and advocate. After working 40 years in the banking industry, the First Lady retired and continued serving her community. She has a special place in her heart for children and supports initiatives focused on them.
The portrait was presented to the First Lady by Sue Heckart of
EPA ANNOUNCES $8 MILLION IN GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR TRIBES AND INSULAR AREAS TO REPLACE DIESEL EQUIPMENT AND REDUCE HARMFUL EMISSIONS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of grant funding to Tribal and certain Insular Area governments to implement projects aimed at reducing emissions from the nation’s existing fleet of older diesel engines. EPA anticipates awarding approximately $8 million in Diesel Emissions Reduction Program (DERA) grants to eligible applicants, subject to the availability of funds. The DERA program is prioritizing projects that help achieve the goals of President Biden’s Justice40 initiative, which aims to ensure that federal agencies deliver at least 40% of benefits from certain investments to underserved communities. Older diesel engines emit large amounts of NOx and PM2.5, which contribute to serious public health problems, including asthma, lung disease, and various other cardiac and respiratory diseases.
A total of $7 million will be made available to Tribal governments, or intertribal consortia, and Alaska Native Villages; and $1 million will be made available to Insular Area governments such as the U.S. Virgin Islands,
Matching funds are not required for eligibility for the program. These grants are specifically tailored to expand access to diesel emission reduction projects to those Tribal and Insular Areas with more limited resources. The DERA program has worked with Tribes to tailor the Tribal DERA competition to meet their specific needs.
Nearly eight million legacy diesel engines are in use in the
Application packages must be submitted electronically to EPA through Grants.gov by October 26, 2022 to be considered for funding. Although funding for both Tribes and Insular Areas is being announced under this single Request for Application, the applications will be reviewed separately.
EPA will host several information sessions regarding this funding opportunity. Webinar links and dial-in information for the information sessions can be found at: www.epa.gov/dera/tribal-insulararea.
Funding
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. (ET)
Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. (ET)
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. (ET)
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GOVERNOR PARSON REQUESTS FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE FOR HISTORIC FLASH FLOODING
Governor Mike Parson has requested that the President issue a major disaster declaration to provide federal assistance in the City of
Of 1,338 homes assessed, more than 750 had sustained major damage. The assessments, which were conducted by eight joint Preliminary Damage Assessment teams, including representatives from the State Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Small Business Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and local officials, also showed 131 of 206 businesses that were examined had sustained major damage.
Based on the joint assessments, Governor Parson has requested Individual Assistance for the City of
Joint assessments also determined more than $35 million in damage to uninsured infrastructure and emergency response costs were incurred in the City of
EPA ISSUES STOP
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ordered
On June 15, 2022, EPA inspectors discovered unlabeled, plastic zip-top baggies of rodent bait products and other improperly repackaged and mislabeled rodenticides offered for sale at
Due to the potential for accidental poisonings, rodenticide poison products sold at consumer outlets have extensive labeling that describes directions for use, safety precautions, and how to seek medical attention for children and pets if unintentionally ingested. If used improperly, these products could cause poisoning to children, pets, or non-target animals. Further, rodent bait products typically contain an anticoagulant that interferes with blood clotting and death can result from excessive bleeding.
In addition to the rodent bait products, EPA inspectors found other unregistered and misbranded pesticides, including products without required registration or proper labeling.
In response to its findings, EPA issued a “Stop Sale, Use, or Removal Order” to
The Order applies to both
If you have purchased any of the pesticides listed above from
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NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Next Wednesday & Thursday, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
On Saturday, July 30 at approximately 8:22AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the
Audrain Ambulance District transported
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in
To be eligible, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Patrol’s
The Missouri State Highway Patrol's uniform guidelines allow troopers to have tattoos or brands as long as they meet two requirements: 1) The tattoos or brands cannot depict or support criminal behavior, drug usage, nudity, profanity, promiscuity, subversive groups, bigotry, etc. 2) Tattoos/brands cannot be located on the head, neck, hands, wrists, or any part of the body which would be visible during movements in the performance of their duties while wearing an official uniform or civilian attire. Troopers with tattoos on the arms that would be visible in the class B uniform (short sleeves) will wear the class A uniform (long sleeves).
The starting annual salary for trooper is $53,328, and following three years of service, the trooper first class’ salary is increased to $56,208. Other benefits include group health insurance, contributory retirement, career advancement, and more.
The selection process is a multi-phase testing procedure including: written examination, a physical fitness for duty assessment, polygraph examination, background investigation, and oral interview board. Written and physical examinations take place in each troop area across the state. After a conditional offer of employment, the applicant must successfully complete a medical examination (to include vision and hearing), psychological examination, a psychological interview, drug screening, and final applicant review.
Interested persons can find out more about the qualifications by contacting a Patrol recruiter at telephone number 1-800-796-7000, or may apply online at www.motrooper.com.
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NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Wednesday & Thursday, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
THE NEW 557 AREA CODE IS COMING TO THE 314 AREA CODE REGION
The Missouri Public Service Commission reminds telephone customers in the current 314 area code that implementation of an overlay plan and the introduction of a new area code in the current 314 area code will occur later this month (August).
The new area code will be 557. All existing 314 area code customers will retain their current area code in the overlay area and their telephone numbers will not change. The North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) projected that telephone numbering in the 314 area code will exhaust in the third quarter of 2022.
The 314 area code serves communities such as, but not limited to,
August 12, 2022 is the earliest date telephone numbers with a 557 area code will be activated and used within the 314 area code. The 557 area code will co-exist everywhere in this region with the 314 area code.
All local calls within this region must be dialed using ten digits rather than seven digits.
This area, along with many other areas throughout the nation, already requires ten digit local dialing (effective July 15, 2022) to accommodate the new 988 abbreviated dialing code for the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.
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GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES FEMA TO PARTICIPATE IN DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS IN PREPARATION FOR FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATION REQUEST FOR HISTORIC FLOODING
On Sunday Governor Mike Parson announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will participate in joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) in the City of
Joint PDA teams are made up of representatives from FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration, State Emergency Management Agency and local emergency management officials. To expedite the federal disaster process, SEMA experts in damage assessments from across the state have been assisting local teams in the region since July 27.
Eight teams will jointly verify documented damage in order to determine which federal programs can be requested to help support recovery. Those who have experienced flood- and storm-related damage should report it to their local emergency management agency if they haven’t already. Additional joint damage assessments can be conducted in more
On Tuesday, July, 26,
To assist families impacted by flooding and severe storms, several Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARCs) have been organized in the St. Louis region by SEMA’s Emergency Human Services team, the Missouri Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Service Partnership (The Partnership), Missouri Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (MOVOAD), the St. Louis Area and St. Charles Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD), local volunteer and faith-based organizations, and other state/local agencies. MARCs are one-stop shops that pull together recovery resources in communities impacted by disasters.
Four MARCs will take place this week, in Wentzville,
Tuesday, August 2
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, August 3
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Thursday, August 4
Centennial Commons
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday, August 5
An American Red Cross shelter is open for displaced survivors at the
PILOT TRAVEL CENTERS TO PAY $121K PENALTY FOR ALLEGED CLEAN WATER ACT VIOLATIONS IN
Pilot Travel Centers LLC, the largest operator of truck stops in North America, has agreed to pay a $121,469 civil penalty to resolve alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act (CWA) at 17 of its facilities in Iowa, Missouri and Nebraska.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for years, Pilot violated the terms of CWA permits issued to those 17 facilities by discharging pollutants exceeding prescribed permit limits into streams. Two of those Pilot facilities, in
As part of the settlement, Pilot also agreed to conduct compliance audits at 20 of its other facilities in
The Clean Water Act seeks to protect the nation’s water resources. Pollutants in stormwater and wastewater can violate water quality standards, pose risks to human health, threaten aquatic life and its habitat, and impair the use and enjoyment of waterways. Under the CWA, facilities are prohibited from discharging pollutants into water bodies, unless they are in compliance with a permit issued by EPA or an authorized state.
The penalty settlement with Pilot Travel Centers LLC is subject to a public comment period before it becomes final. Information on how to submit comments is available by clicking on the Public Notice links at: www.epa.gov/ks/region-7-table-clean-water-act-public-notices.
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ROAD TO CLOSE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENTS ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on routes in
Route MM- August 8, the road will be closed at
Route MM- August 9, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Route T- August 10, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Route T- August 11, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
TROY WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Troy woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 10:30pm Saturday in
TWO MEN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE COLLISION
Two men were injured after their motorcycles collided Saturday night in
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HEAVY RAINS RESULT IN FLOODED ROADS AND STRANDED MOTORISTS
Heavy rains moved through much of the area during the overnight hours of Monday into Tuesday. Roads in Audrain County, Montgomery County and numerous others were closed and in many cases, motorists left stranded. The St. Louis area was especially hard hit with record breaking rainfall and flooding that for a time closed Interstate 70 which looked more like a river for a time. The Mexico area was no exception and Mexico Public Safety reports around 5:10AM on Tuesday, several roads became flooded and impassable in the City of Mexico. Green Boulevard just north of Breckenridge, Fairground just south of Lakeview, and Elmwood between Lakeview and Smiley Drive were all closed. There was also a short amount of time that S. Clark, south of Boulevard was closed as well. Four vehicles became stranded in the flooded roadways. Mexico Public Safety also responded to a vehicle partially in a ditch in the 1100 block of Webster. The driver of that vehicle missed a turn due to low visibility from heavy rain. The occupants of all the vehicles were moved to safety and the vehicles were eventually towed from the various locations. By about 8:00AM only Fairground Street remained closed and the water was receding. There were no injuries from any of the incidents. Residents are reminded to use care and not drive over flooded roadways. Two feet of running water can carry most cars. Additionally, when a roadway is covered with running water you do not know the condition of the surface underneath. Some roads in the area remain closed due to high water. Travelers are encouraged to check the latest conditions of area highways at www.modot.org
COLUMBIA WOMAN & FOUR JUVENILES IN CUSTODY AFTER FULTON HOME
INVASION
Tuesday at 12:10 pm, Fulton Police responded to a home invasion in
progress on Kenwood Drive. A resident of the home being burglarized was able to
call 911 and provide descriptions of the subjects involved and the vehicle they
attempted to flee in. The vehicle was located a short distance away at which
time 1 adult and 4 juveniles were taken into custody. A loaded firearm was
discovered in the vehicle along with two “air-soft rifles”, marijuana, and items
stolen from the residence. Skiasia Roland, 19 year old female from Columbia, MO
was taken to the Callaway County Jail for charges of Burglary 1st Degree,
Property Damage, Armed Criminal Action, Felony Stealing, and Assault 4th Degree.
The 4 juveniles from the Columbia area were released to custody of Juvenile
Authorities. This investigation is still
continuing. The Callaway County Sheriff’s Department assisted.
MACON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE LOOKING FOR BEVIER, MO
MAN
On Monday, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office posted on Social Media they are seeking assistance in locating a Bevier man. Nathan Waldo Greer, 31, is wanted for failure to appear on two original drug charges; those charges are possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana (methamphetamine) and possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less. Bond is set at $5,000 cash only. Anyone with information about this subject or his location is asked to contact the Macon County Sheriff's Office at 660-385-2062 or message them on Facebook or Instagram.
MOBERLY POLICE ARREST MAN FOR DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE &
TRAFFICKING DRUGS
This past Monday, Moberly Police Officers responded to the area of N. Morley and Taylor St in reference to a citizen complaint of someone driving poorly in the area. Officers initiated a traffic stop near the 700 block of Vincil St and contacted the driver who was identified as Corey Freese. Freese was placed under arrest for driving under the influence (drugs). During an inventory of the vehicle, Officers located over 50 capsules (beans) of suspected fentanyl. Freese was transported to the Randolph County Jail on charges of driving under the influence and trafficking drugs.
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On July 10, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in New Florence
for a physical domestic between sisters. Through the course of the
investigation, deputies learned the sisters were in town visiting their mother.
While at their mother’s house the sisters got into an argument over money that
soon turned physical. Both subjects were arrested and transported to the
Montgomery County Jail pending charges of Domestic Assault.
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On July 11, 2022, Deputies responded to G&C Dunn and Sons for a
theft report. The reporting party advised, sometime during the past month, a
1990’s Wilmar 600 Seed Cart was stolen from their parking lot. Investigation
continues. If you or someone you know has information about this crime, please
call the Communication Center at 573-564-3378 and request to speak with a
deputy.
· On July 12, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Hwy 19 and
Stave Mill Road for a report of a stolen vehicle. After further investigation,
deputies learned the vehicle had been stolen from Warren County earlier in the
day. The victim located her vehicle and was able to stop the thieves by blocking
them in. The driver and passenger of the stolen vehicle took off on foot.
Deputies located the suspects and upon approaching them, one of the suspects
threw an eyeglass case. Deputies recovered the eyeglass case and discovered it
contained a glass pipe and methamphetamine. Deputies also noted that the female
suspect, who was driving the stolen vehicle, was intoxicated. Both suspects were
arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail. The driver has pending
charges for Driving while Suspended, Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of
Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The passenger has
pending charges for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a
Controlled Substance.
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On July 14, 2022, Deputies responded to the New Florence Fastlane
for a report of an intoxicated driver who was passed out in his vehicle.
Deputies located the driver, who openly admitted he was intoxicated. After
further investigation it was discovered that the driver, just moments before
receiving this call, drove his vehicle into the side of America’s Best Value
Inn. The driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and
charges with Driving While Intoxicated.
Calls for the Week:
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Attempt to Contact – Montgomery City
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Public Service Request – Bellflower
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Suspicious Person – Bellflower
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Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
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Fire – Bellflower
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Fire – Bellflower
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Arrest – Montgomery City
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Citizen Assist – Montgomery City
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Check Well Being – Bellflower
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Unwanted Subject – Bellflower
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911 Accidental – Hermann
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Public Service Request – Jonesburg
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Disturbance – Montgomery City
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Pedestrian Check – I 70
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911 Accidental – Unknown
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911 Accidental – Montgomery City
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911 Open line – Middletown
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Citizen Assist – Danville
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Citizen Assist – Montgomery City
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Suspicious Activity – High Hill
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Medical – Montgomery City
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Motorist Assist – I 70
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911 Accidental – New Florence
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Stealing – Wellsville
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Information – Bellflower
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Animal Complaint – New Florence
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Assault – New Florence
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Civil Matter – Jonesburg
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911 Open Line – Jonesburg
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911 Accidental – High Hill
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Motorist Assist – I 70
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Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Found Property – I 70
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Civil Matter – Jonesburg
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Disturbance – Middletown
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Medical – Hermann
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911 Accidental – New Florence
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Motorist Assist – I 70
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Disturbance – Jonesburg
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Stealing – Middletown
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Disturbance – Big Spring
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Medical – Montgomery City
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Public Service Request – Bellflower
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Abandoned Vehicle – Middletown
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Stealing – Middletown
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Disturbance – Jonesburg
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Drug Activity – Montgomery
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Fraud – High Hill
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Stolen Vehicle – New Florence
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Public Service Request – Wellsville
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911 Open Line – High Hill
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Child Custody Dispute – Montgomery
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Traffic Accident – Wellsville
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Suicidal Subject – Bellflower
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Unwanted Subject – Bellflower
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Trespass – High Hill
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Check Well Being – New Florence
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Suspicious Activity – High Hill
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Animal Complaint – Montgomery
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Disturbance – Montgomery
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Abandoned Vehicle - Wellsville
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Harassment - Bellflower
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Motorist Assist – New Florence
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Information – Bellflower
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911 Accidental – Loutre
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Harassment – Bellflower
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Alarm – Hermann
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Assist Other Agency – New Florence
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Animal Complaint – Big Spring
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Fire – Rhineland
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Animal Complaint – New Florence
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911 Open Line – New Florence
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Investigation - Montgomery City
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Disturbance – New Florence
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911 Open Line – Jonesburg
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Public Service Request – Danville
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Motorist Assist – High Hill
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Leave Without Pay – New Florence
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Leave Without Pay – New Florence
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Fire – Bellflower
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Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
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Alarm – Hermann
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Recovered Property - Jonesburg
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Warrant Arrest - Montgomery City
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Domestic Assault - New Florence
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Sexual Assault Investigation -
Jonesburg
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Motor Vehicle Accident - 168 MM I-70
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Tampering With Motor Vehicle -
Middletown
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96 Hour Commit - Middletown
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Mental Health - Jonesburg
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Possess Control Substance - New
Florence
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Warrant Arrest - Montgomery County
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Trespass Warning - High Hill
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Driving While Revoked - Montgomery
City
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Damage to County Property - Rhineland
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Assault - Wellsville
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Leave Without Pay - New Florence
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Driving While Intoxicated - New
Florence
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July 26, 2022
DEPARTMENT AWARDS MORE THAN $8 MILLION TO NONPROFITS THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Department of Economic Development has announced that it will award more than $8 million in 50% and 70% tax credits through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to 39 organizations for community development projects statewide.
“We’re proud to assist
A total of up to $16 million are awarded through NAP annually, with projects limited to $250,000 in 50% tax credits and $350,000 in 70% tax credits. The credits for this fiscal year will be awarded in two rounds, with this being the first round and the second round opening this Fall. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, education institutions, faith-based organizations, local governments, and businesses that meet program requirements. During the Fiscal Year 2023 cycle, tax credits were reserved for organizations providing critical services, with priority given to projects providing job training, education, and those located in previously underserved areas of the state. The full list of 2023 Round 1 NAP recipients and projects is available here.
ENVICOR ENTERPRISES TO EXPAND TO
EnviCor Enterprises, LLC, a privately-held manufacturer of rotationally molded plastic parts, announced Monday it will expand to
“We’re proud to continue to attract and support top-tier manufacturers like EnviCor Enterprises that are choosing
For more than 16 years, North Carolina-based EnviCor has provided molded products for customers in the agriculture, furniture, recreation, petroleum, industrial and water industries. As one of the fastest-growing rotational molders in the nation, EnviCor’s success is supported by its unwavering commitment to helping customers succeed. The company’s new
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July 25, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENTS ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on routes in
Route MM- August 2, the road will be closed at
Route MM- August 3, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Route T- August 4, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER TO ACCELERATE DROUGHT RESPONSE ACTIONS
In response to increasingly dry conditions and the growing threat of serious drought, especially across Missouri's southern counties, Governor Mike Parson has issued Executive Order 22-04 calling upon the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to activate the Drought Assessment Committee and the associated drought impact teams.
“I know on my farm that conditions have deteriorated quickly, and we are hearing the same reports from countless other farm and ranch families across the state,” Governor Parson said. “By responding now, early in this drought, we can greatly reduce the impact on our agricultural community and
Governor Parson has directed all state agencies to examine how they may assist affected communities, as well as those communities that may be affected in the future, through temporary suspension of administrative rules, appropriation, or other means of support to mitigate the effects of drought conditions.
Additionally, Governor Parson has proactively directed the departments of Natural Resources and Conservation to create a process for allowing farmers water access at state parks and conservation areas. The Department of Natural Resources will also assess state park areas that can be made available for haying. The Missouri Department of Transportation will offer special over-width hauling permits, which waive certain fees and restrictions to farmers and ranchers moving hay.
In response to the Governor’s request, the Soil and Water Conservation Commission will hold a special session on Monday to consider assistance and variances that can be provided to help
The Executive Order declares a drought alert for 53 counties in southern and central
In accordance with
PSC APPROVES
FUND ASSESSMENT CHANGES
The Missouri Public Service Commission has ordered the continued
suspension of the assessment which provides funding for the state Universal Service Fund (USF). The Commission originally suspended the assessment effective January 1, 2020. It was suspended a second time and is currently suspended through September 30, 2022. The Commission has now approved extending the suspension through December 31, 2022, followed by reinstating it at a rate of .0015 effective January 1, 2023.
The Missouri Universal Service Fund currently provides funding to landline carriers for the provisioning of discounted voice service to qualifying Lifeline Program and Disabled Program customers. The Missouri Universal Service Fund is funded through an assessment applied to the intrastate retail revenues of landline telecommunications companies and interconnected VoIP providers. A company has the option of recovering this assessment directly from consumers through a Missouri USF surcharge on a customer’s monthly bill. As an example, after January 1, 2023, a consumer with a monthly bill of $50.00 might see a Missouri USF surcharge of approximately $0.08.
The Lifeline Program is a national program designed to provide discounted voice and broadband services to qualifying low-income customers. The program is overseen by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in partnership with the states. The Disabled Program is a
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June 30, 2022
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS HB 1878, FOUR OTHER BILLS INTO LAW
On Wednesday during a signing ceremony at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed five pieces of legislation into law, including House Bill (HB) 1878, which modifies
"We are happy to be joined by Representative John Simmons and Senator Sandy Crawford to sign HB 1878 into law," Governor Parson said. "In 2020 and years prior, Missouri has conducted free, fair, and secure elections, but with changing technologies and new emerging threats, we want to ensure they remain that way. HB 1878 strengthens our election processes and gives Missourians confidence that their voices are being accurately and securely recorded at the ballot box."
HB 1878 - Modifies provisions regarding election law:
Requires all registered voters in
Additionally, HB 1878 makes several other modifications to state statute:
"Our election system is a cornerstone of our Republic," State Representative John Simmons said. "Faith and confidence in the process is a solemn responsibility by voters themselves and those conducting elections. A photo ID requirement is but one common sense measure the vast majority of Missourians support."
“I believe when HB 1878 becomes law Missourians can be assured that their votes will be counted correctly and there will be many safeguards in place to prevent voter fraud,” State Senator Sandy Crawford said.
Additionally, Governor Parson signed SB 745, SB 820, HB 1606, and HB 1552.
SB 745 - Modifies provisions relating to public utilities:
SB 820 - Modifies provisions relating to utilities:
HB 1606 - Changes the law regarding political subdivisions:
HB 1552 - Modifies provisions relating to funding for charter schools and requirements for virtual education:
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June 29, 2022
DEATH TOLL CLIMBS TO FOUR FROM AMTRAK CRASH & DERAILMENT ON MONDAY
The Highway Patrol confirmed Tuesday there are now a total of four fatalities in the crash and derailment of an Amtrak passenger train after colliding with a dump truck at a railroad crossing near Mendon.. Three of the fatalities were passengers on the train (one died at
TWO CONVICTED FOR FEDERAL HEALTHCARE FRAUD THAT WAS UNCOVERED BY STATE AUDITOR IN
The State Auditor’s office reports two have been convicted for federal health care fraud related to a multi-state $1.4 Billion hospital billing scheme uncovered by the Auditor during an audit in
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June 28, 2022
THREE DEAD & OVER 50 INJURED WHEN AMTRAK TRAIN HIT A DUMP TRUCK AND DERAILED NEAR MENDON
The Highway Patrol reports at approximately 12:43 p.m. Monday, the Chariton County 911 Center received a 911 call of a vehicle struck by a train in
The crash happened around 3:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon on Highway 63, six miles north of
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June 27, 2022
DIVISION OF FIRE SAFETY URGES CAUTION FOR THOSE WHO INCLUDE CONSUMER FIREWORKS IN
The Division of Fire Safety is urging Missourians to put fireworks safety first as they prepare for this year’s July 4th celebrations. Public fireworks displays not only offer spectacular sights, they are the safest.
Fireworks sales at licensed seasonal retailers are legal in
About 15,600 people were treated in hospital emergency departments for fireworks injuries in 2020, according to the CPSC. There were about 10,000 ER-treated fireworks injuries in 2019.
Across the nation, July 4th is not only the busiest day of the year for fireworks it’s the busiest day of the year for fires. About 40 percent of Independence Day structure fires are the result of fireworks, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Across the
Missourians who choose to use consumer fireworks should follow these safety tips:
Sparklers are a good example of how people underestimate the danger of fireworks. Sparklers burn at about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals. They can quickly ignite clothing and leave young children with severe burns. According to the NFPA, sparklers account for more than 25 percent of emergency room visits for fireworks injuries.
ASHCROFT WARNS MISSOURIANS OF TIMESHARE SCAM
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s securities division is warning Missourians about a recent increase in fraudulent schemes targeting owners of timeshare properties in
These scams involve individuals claiming to be representatives of a brokerage firm, travel agency, title company or escrow agent making contact with timeshare owners over the phone. The fraudsters may promise to pay a significant sum of money for the timeshare or claim the owner is entitled to valuable shares of stock in connection with the property. The scammers will sometimes use very official looking documents, including contracts and title paperwork.
Fraudsters have various methods of making timeshare schemes appear legitimate. For example, some fraudsters design websites that mimic those of real companies but contain false information.
In some situations timeshare owners are told they must pay a tax or fee to obtain the promised payments. On at least one occasion, a fraudster instructed an elderly person to liquidate assets in their IRA and send any proceeds to the caller.
These fraudsters can be persistent. In cases where victims become suspicious and stop sending money, perpetrators may contact victims posing as representatives of the Mexican government or a financial institution and demand an advance fee or tax in a ruse that claims to help victims recover their money.
If you receive a solicitation or suspect a family member or loved one is being contacted for this kind of activity, call the toll-free investor production hotline at 800-721-7996, or go online to www.missouriprotectsinvestors.com to file a complaint. The Missouri Attorney General’s consumer fraud hotline at 800-392-8222 may be able to help as well.
Weekend Report- June 25-26, 2022
LANE CLOSURE: RESTRICTIONS ON I-70 IN
On Saturday morning the Missouri Department of Transportation closed the passing lanes in both the east and west bound lanes on Interstate-70 at the High Hill overpass at mile marker 180 to replace traffic barriers in the area.
“The overpass column in the median was hit Thursday night, and in order for work to be done to stabilize the bridge and replace the column, the traffic barriers will remain in place while workers repair the bridge,” explained MoDOT Assistant District Engineer Kevin James.
The Route F bridge/overpass will remain closed, and all ramps at the interchange will remain open. Beginning next week, the contractor will remove the damaged column and replace it with a new one. “The repair could take up to several weeks,” added James.
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENTS ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on routes in
Route MM- June 28, the road will be closed at
Route MM- June 29-30, the road will be closed at Post Oak West to Post Oak East between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
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It’s just one of many Fourth of July celebrations planned throughout the area including the big Fireworks Extravaganza at Moberly’s Rothwell Park Athletic Complex. The City of
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT
If you have been struggling with the recent heat and humidity, maybe this will help? It’s an invitation to join
06/10/2022 – 06/16/2022
· On June 11, 2022, at approximately 11:30 pm,
· On June 11, 2022, Deputies responded to Jonesburg for a report of a stolen vehicle. The reporting party advised he had parked his vehicle at his residence the night before and found it missing in the morning. Through the course of the investigation, a suspect was identified, the vehicle was located, and returned to the owner. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle.
· On June 13, 2022, while on routine patrol Deputies conducted a traffic stop at the Love’s Truck Stop in New Florence for failure to stop at stop sign. During the stop deputies smelled a strong odor of Marijuana emitting from within the vehicle. Deputy K9 Justice was walked around the vehicle to which she alerted on the driver’s door. Deputies located two marijuana pipes, marijuana, and a handgun in the driver’s door. A quick check of the handgun revealed it had been reported stolen out of
· On June 14, 2022, three subjects stopped at a home in the Gamma area and advised the homeowner they were thirsty and wanted to buy antiques. While the homeowner was distracted by one of the subjects, the two others entered the home where the homeowner's daughter was napping. While they were inside, they began rummaging through the homeowner's belongings. Currently, the only thing found to have been stolen is cash. The subjects were driving a white or light tan, single-cab Ford F150 with an asphalt sealant tank in the bed, and what appeared to be a business logo for Midwest Sealcoat Inc. on the doors. After contacting Midwest Sealcoat it was discovered that there business logo was being copied and used by others purporting to be their employees. If you or someone has any information that could help us identify the subjects, please call 573-564-3378 and ask to speak to a deputy.
· On June 15, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On June 16, 2022, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office received information that Charles L. Story, a 40 year old man from
Calls for the Week:
· Check Well Being –
· Trespassing – Wellsville
· Trespassing – Wellsville
· Motorist Assist –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Stolen Vehicle – New
· Public Service Request –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Suspicious Activity –
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Public Service Request –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Alarm –
· Check Well Being – McKittrick
· Property Damage –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist – Loutre
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Suspicious Person –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Check Well Being –
· Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint - New
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Special Assignment –
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request –
· Found Property – Wellsville
· Vandalism – Wellsville
· Public Service Request – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Narcotic Activity –
· Motorist Assist – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard –
· Citizen Assist – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Alarm – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Stealing –
· Stealing – High Hill
· Special Assignment – High Hill
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Person –
· 911 Accidental – McKittrick
· C & I – I 70
· Suspicious Activity –
· Medical –
· Information – Warrenton
· Information –
· Unwanted Subject –
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request –
· Disturbance –
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Information –
· Information –
· Medical – McKittrick
· Information –
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Information –
· Attempt To Contact –
· Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Special Assignment – Jonesburg
· Fraud –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Alarm – Wellsville
· Trespass- Wellsville
· Vehicle Pursuit –
· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Felony Warrant Arrest - New
· Harassment -- Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Collision -
· Civil Issue - Jonesburg
· Receiving Stolen Property - New
· Property Damage -
· Assist MCPD -
· Burglary -
· Stealing Motor Vehicle - High Hill
· Death Investigation - Jonesburg
· Assault on Leo -
· Fugitive Apprehension –
· Fraudulent Use of Credit -
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MDC, PARTNERS TO HOST NATIVE FORAGE WORKSHOP THURSDAY IN TRUXTON
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is partnering with the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), MFA Incorporated, and the Soil and Water Conservation Society to host a native forage workshop Thursday, June 23 from 8a.m. – 12 p.m. The event will be held at Cope Farms Inc. located at 589 Highway E in Truxton.
Topics discussed during the program include Cope Farm’s history, establishment of native forages, grazing cattle and sheep on native forages, calibrating drills and sprayers, cost-share programs, and more.
Water will be provided. All discussions will be held outside, so participants should dress accordingly.
Advanced registration is required at https://mfgc.regfox.com/native-forage-workshop. Seats are limited.
For more information on the workshop, contact MDC Landowner Services Manager Seth Barrioz at Seth.Barrioz@mdc.mo.gov.
Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance is teaming up with the St. Louis Cardinals and Feeding Missouri to host the Home Run Against Hunger Food Drive before the Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs on Sunday, June 26, from 10:30 AM—1:30 PM in front of the Official Cardinals Team Store at the corner of 8th Street and Clark Avenue.
Fans who bring a non-perishable donation will receive a voucher for two tickets to an upcoming Cardinals game (one voucher per person). Donations collected at the event will count toward a statewide grand total of donations (in pounds) that will be announced at the conclusion of the event. Monetary donations will be accepted as well.
While most non-perishable donations are appreciated, some types of food items allow local pantries to best meet the needs of the communities they serve. These items include: canned tuna and chicken, boxed or bagged pasta and rice, canned soup and chili, boxed crackers, canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, bottled jelly, granola/snack bars, fruit snacks and instant mashed potatoes. Other non-perishable donations such as diapers, baby formula, toilet tissue and general hygiene products are welcomed as well.
With St. Louis Area Foodbanks serving nearly 400,000 people in our region each year, the St. Louis Cardinals and Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance recognize the need to obtain and distribute food to hungry neighbors.
HIGHWAY PATROL URGES YOU TO PLAN A SAFE JULY FOURTH WEEKEND
The July Fourth holiday weekend is a great opportunity to enjoy one of
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June 21, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PAVEMENT WORK ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 21-23, the road will be closed at
Route MM- June 22-23, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to May Apple between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
MONDAY WAS RIDE TO WORK DAY
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department issued a reminder on their social media page to watch for motorcycles as you hit the highways yesterday morning. Monday was "It’s Ride to Work Day", celebrating the joys of motorcycle riding by encouraging people to ride their motorcycles to work. Check your mirrors and blind spots before turning or changing lanes. Motorcycles can be hard to see.
FAYETTE JUVENILE INJURED IN
The Highway Patrol said a Fayette juvenile was injured in a crash in
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June 20, 2022
TODAY IS A FEDERAL
Just a reminder that most city, county, state and federal offices, banks and more will be closed today in observance of the newest National Holiday known as Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. All of us should take time to remember and educate ourselves on the events of June 19, 1865, the day Union soldiers told enslaved Black American’s in
This past Thursday, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office received information that Charles L. Story, a 40 year old man from
SHERIFF’S OFFICE INVESTIGATING ATTEMPTED THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE
On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office responded to Tinsley’s Amusements in
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June 16, 2022
This past Tuesday morning at 7:24 AM, a two vehicle crash occurred in
Troopers say a
06/03/2022 – 06/09/2022
A Reminder from the Sheriff’s office:
As the weather shifts to these scolding hot days it is always important to remember to wear sunscreen, drink plenty of fluids, and keep an eye on those who are at high risk for heat-related illnesses. Those at a greater risk of suffering from a heat-related illness are: Infants, young children, people over the age of 65, and people who are physically ill, especially with heart disease, high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation.
Calls for the Week:
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Animal Complaint - Wellsville
· C & I – I 70
· Medical – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Check Well Being – New
· Motorist Assist – Wellsville
· Trespassing –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
· Domestic –
· Traffic Hazard – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint –
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Alarm – Hermann
· Assist MSHP –
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Civil Matter – McKittrick
· Suspicious Activity – McKittrick
· Pedestrian Check - New
· Alarm –
· 911 Open Line – McKittrick
· Burglary –
· Fraud –
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Public Service Request – New
· 911 Accidental – Wellsville
· Assault –
· 911 Open Line –
· 911 Accidental –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70 WB Rest Area
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Burglary – Buell
· Traffic Hazard –
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· 911 Open Line – I 70
· Assist St.
· Motorist Assist – New
· 911 Accidental – New
· Stealing – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Alarm – Bluffton
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Stolen Vehicle – New
· Domestic – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – McKittrick
· Investigation – Wellsville
· Unwanted Subject – New
· Property Damage –
· Public Service Request – New
· Suicidal Subject – New
· Attempt To Contact –
· Juvenile Complaint – New
· Animal Complaint – New
· Fire – New
· Suspicious Activity – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Public Service Request –
· Unwanted Subject – Wellsville
· Alarm – New
· Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person –
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Alarm –
· Citizen Assist – Wellsville
· Citizen Assist – Wellsville
· 911 Open Line –
· Trespassing – Hermann
· Harassment – High Hill
· Leave Without Pay –
· Public Service Request –
· Disturbance – High Hill
· Child Custody Dispute – Jonesburg
· Stolen Vehicle – New
· Harassment –
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· C & I – I 70
· Traffic Arrest – High Hill
· 911 Open Line –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Medical –
· Citizen Assist –
· Property Damage – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Attempt To Contact –
· Investigation – New
· Loitering/Vagrancy –
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Animal Complaint – High Hill
· Medical –
· Medical –
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Domestic –
· Citizen Assist – New
· Motorist Assist –
· Motorist Assist – Buell
· Follow Up -
· Disturbance –
· Information –
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June 15, 2022
BOWLING GREEN MAN FLOWN TO HOSPITAL WITH SERIOUS INJURIES
Troopers say 73 year old Raymond Gearhart of Bowling Green failed to stop at a stop sign on US 61, 3 miles west of Hannibal at 3:45 Tuesday afternoon and his SUV traveled into the path of a Box Truck driven by Allen Zeigler, age 47 of Wooden, Iowa. Gearhart has serious injuries and was flown by helicopter to
HEAT CAUSING ROADWAY ISSUES
The high heat and humidity has caused some highways in the area to buckle requiring MoDOT crews to respond and make temporary repairs and erect signage for motorists of the potential danger in some areas. That’s what happened on Highway 65 Tuesday near Route K. A Livingston County Sheriff’s Deputy was on the scene warning drivers to slow down until MoDOT crews could arrive and make repairs. If you discover a problem area, it’s always a good idea to help out fellow motorists by contacting MoDOT or your local law enforcement agency about the hazard.
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June 14, 2022
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR ENTIRE LISTENING AREA THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT 8PM
Be sure to take all necessary precautions to help keep yourself and others safe during the dangerous heat and humidity levels
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PAVEMENT WORK ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 14, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 15-16, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 21-23, the road will be closed at
Route MM- June 22-23, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to May Apple between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
This past Saturday night at approximately 11:45 p.m. Columbia Police were dispatched to the 900 block of East Business Loop 70 in reference to a report of shots fired. During the investigation, officers found one adult female had sustained an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported by
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR JUNETEENTH
The Missouri State Highway Patrol recently issued a reminder that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022, in observance of Juneteenth. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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June 13, 2022
TWO FATAL RALLS COUNTY CRASHES FRIDAY
A Vandalia man was pronounced deceased at Hannibal Regional Hospital following a Ralls County crash on Friday evening. Troopers say it happened Friday evening shortly after 7pm on US 61, approximately 2 miles north of New London when 27 year old Ian G. Smith of the Vandalia/Mexico area was southbound and the vehicle he was driving went off the right side of the roadway and overturned. Smith was not injured, however a passenger, 24 year old Shawn C. Wise of Vandalia was transported by Ralls County Ambulance to the Hannibal Hospital where he was pronounced deceased at 8:15 pm. The patrol’s major crash investigation team was called to investigate the scene of the crash and was assisted by the Ralls County Sheriff’s Department, New London Police Department and the New London Fire Department. Smith was arrested at 8:37 pm by the patrol and transported to the Marion County jail where he was placed on a 24 hour hold pending filing of official charges for driving while intoxicated. This was the second fatal crash in Ralls County on Friday. At 2am Friday morning a Quincy woman died in a crash on US 61, 4 miles south of Hannibal. The patrol said 25 year old Dakota Borenson of Quincy was killed when she was struck by a northbound auto driven by Troy Rasey of Maywood MO. The crash report said Borenson was a pedestrian and was in the lane of travel when she was struck. The major crash team was also called to that incident and was assisted by the Ralls County Sheriff’s office, Hannibal Rural Fire Department and Marion County Ambulance. She was pronounced deceased at Hannibal Regional Hospital just after 3am Friday.
COLUMBIA MAN KILLED – TWO OTHERS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY SATURDAY
The Highway patrol said 1 person died and 2 others were injured in a crash Saturday morning at midnight in Callaway County. It happened on Chapel UTV trail on Wildwood Estates Drive when 55 year old Donald Lay of St. Charles was westbound and traveling up an extreme incline when the vehicle lost traction and overturned back down the hill. A passenger, 39 year old Bethany Johnson of Columbia sustained serious injuries, as did the driver. She was transported by Callaway County EMS to University Hospital in Columbia while Lay was transported by Air Ambulance to University Hospital. Another passenger, 55 year old Richard Bryant of Columbia was killed in the crash.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT ASSISTED LINCOLN COUNTY IN PURSUIT THAT ENDED IN DRUG BUST
Saturday night, at approximately 11:30 pm, Lincoln County advised their Deputies were in pursuit of a Truck entering Montgomery County on Highway E. Montgomery County Deputies located the suspect vehicle on Highway V and the pursuit continued onto North Highway 161, through Montgomery City, through Danville, and onto Interstate 70 East toward New Florence. Montgomery County Deputies spiked the truck tires near the 175 mile marker on eastbound Interstate 70 where, shortly thereafter, the pursuit came to an end. Two male suspects from the O’Fallon area were taken into custody without incident. A search of the vehicle revealed a large quantity of Methamphetamine inside a metal tin that was hidden under the steering column of the truck. The driver of the truck had multiple outstanding warrants out of the St. Charles area. Lincoln County took custody of both suspects and transported them to the Lincoln County Jail where they will be facing multiple drug related charges.
ARRESTS MADE AFTER CYBER TIP INVESTIGATION
In April of 2022, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Task Force received a CyberTip report from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding an identified online account within Cole County which had been used to upload child sexual abuse material. After further investigation, the identified account was traced to a specific residence in Jefferson City, Missouri and a search warrant was served at the home on June 7th, 2022. Investigators interviewed occupants and previewed electronic devices within the home, resulting in identification of the suspect account holder and discovery of additional child sexual abuse material. As a result, 33-year-old Paul Schofield was arrested and charged with Possession of Child Pornography (class B felony). During search warrant service, one of the additional occupants present within the home was a 7-year-old child. The mother of the child, 29-year-old Sara Schofield, was at work and arrived home after law enforcement contacted her regarding this incident. Following the arrest of Paul Schofield, a Cyber Crimes Task Force investigator continued forensic analysis of electronic items associated to the defendant and located videos from 2019 depicting both Paul Schofield and Sara Schofield sexually abusing the 7-year-old child, who was age 4 at the time. These videos were discovered on June 9th, 2022. In light of this evidence, an investigator with the Cyber Crimes Task Force met with Sara Schofield at the Cole County Sheriff’s Office, where she was immediately interviewed and arrested the same day. Additionally, the identified victim was taken into protective custody and a second search warrant was obtained and served at the residence. At this time, charges against Paul Schofield have been amended to include Sodomy 1st degree (class A felony), Incest (class E felony), and Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (class A felony). Charges against Sara Schofield also include Sodomy 1st degree (class A felony), Incest (class E felony), and Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (class A felony). The investigation is still ongoing.
KIRKSVILLE DRIVER INJURED WHEN REAR ENDED BY 18 WHEELER
The highway patrol said a Kirksville man received minor injuries when the car he was driving from struck in the rear by an 18 wheeler. The crash happened on US 63, just north of Kirksville at 12:54 Sunday afternoon. According to the report 46 year old Joseph Kassens was northbound and stopped in traffic when his car was struck in the rear by an 18 wheeler operated by 65 year old Roy Peterson of Duncombe, IA. Kassens was transported by Adair County Ambulance to Northeast Regional Medical Center with minor injuries. The driver of the big rig was not injured. The Adair County Sheriff’s Department and Kirksville Fire Department assisted at the scene.
MOTORCYCLE CRASH RESULTS IN SERIOUS INJURIES
Troopers say 25 year old Anthory Sanders of Kirksville was eastbound on Connelsville Road, 8 miles northwest of Kirksville at 10:23 Sunday morning when his motorcycle ran off the left side of the roadway, struck a fence post and ejected the driver. Sanders had serious injuries and was transported by MU 4 to University Hospital in Columbia.
BEVIER MAN TREATED BY MINOR INJURIES AFTER EARLY MORNING MOTORCYCLE CRASH
The Patrol said 67 year old Daniel L. White of Bevier received minor injuries when his northbound motorcycle struck a deer on Highway C, just south of Bevier at 12:20 AM Sunday. The motorcycle overturned and came to rest in the roadway. White had minor injuries and was transported by private auto to Samaritan Hospital in Macon for treatment.
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Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 9, 13, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 14-16, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
PERJURY CHARGES FILED AGAINST FRAUDSTER ACCUSED OF MISLEADING
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft praised Cole County Prosecuting Attorney Locke Thompson for upholding the rule of law by filing a class E felony charge of perjury against Golden Genesis Inc. founder and CEO, Thomas F. Casey. In July 2021, the securities division within the secretary of state’s office ordered Casey, Dennis R. Di Ricco and Golden Genesis, Inc. to pay $1.6 million after finding they defrauded seven
Secretary Ashcroft urges investors to call the toll-free investor protection hotline at 800-721-7996 or go online to www.missouriprotectsinvestors.com for more information or to file a complaint.
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BULLDOZER ACCIDENT CLAIMS LIFE OF AUXVASSE MAN
The patrol says an Auxvasse man is dead after an incident involving a bulldozer on private property, 1 mile east of
Monday night, June 6th at approximately 9:40 p.m. officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of
CALLAWAY
This past Saturday, the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office issued a news release that said proactive patrols and Investigations have recently resulted in 28 felony arrests for numerous offenses across
Jeremy Smith, 35, of
On May 31, 2022, at 5:39 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office was proactively patrolling the area of
Latisha Burchett, 33, of
On May 31, 2022, at 2:28 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 211. Subsequently, deputies located and arrested Latisha Burchett, 33, of
Stephen Kitchen, 45, of
On May 30, 2022, at 11:08 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a disturbance involving weapons in the area of County Road 123. Stephen Kitchen, 45, of
Gregory Stevens, 29, of
On May 28, 2022, at 10:17 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road AA area. During the patrol, the deputy stopped Gregory Stevens, 29, of
Robert Salmons, 39, of
On May 28, 2022, at 12:16 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road M area. During the course of the investigation, Robert Salmons, 39, of
Phillip Dubuque, 46, of
On May 27, 2022, at 9:12 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 211. Cocaine was subsequently recovered. Phillip Dubuque, 46, of
Damon Warfield, 53, of
On May 24, 2022, at 11:20 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office was proactively patrolling the County Road 220 area. During the course of the patrol, the deputy stopped Damon Warfield, 53, of
Brittney Waterman, 32, of
On May 21, 2022, at 5:49 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 346. During the course of the investigation, deputies located and arrested Brittney Waterman, 32, of
Brandon Byrd, 37, of
On May 20, 2022, at 2:52 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of State Road CC. During the course of the investigation, methamphetamine was discovered. Brandon Byrd, 37, of
Vivien Peters, 47, of
On May 18, 2022, at 11:55 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 408 and State Road C. During the investigation, deputies located and arrested Vivien Peters, 47, of
John Bradford, 52, of
On May 18, 2022, at 11:20 AM, a Callaway County K9 unit stopped John Bradford, 52, of
Eric Hollowell, 52, of
On May 18, 2022, at 6:20 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies, assisted by the Fulton Police Department and MUSTANG drug task force, executed a drug related search warrant in the County Road 427. The search warrant had been obtained as the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office drug investigation. Subsequently, felony level controlled substances and a stolen motorcycle were located. Eric Hollowell, 52, of
Alonzo Peery, 56, of
On May 17, 2022, at 7:06 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Old Highway 40. During the course of the investigation, deputies located and arrested Alonzo Peery, 56, of
Kayce McClure, 33, of
On May 8, 2022, at 10:04 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling US Highway 54 area in
Bryce Prange, 28, of
On May 7, 2022, at 7:42 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy attempted to stop Bryce Prange, 28, of
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The Boone County Sheriff's Department is investigating the death of Steven Wyse, a
FAYETTE WOMAN HURT IN HOWARD
The Patrol said 33 year old Lixue Song of Fayette was hurt when the auto she was driving exited the right side of
MODOT NORTHEAST DISTRICT ANNOUNCES NEW AREA ENGINEER
The Missouri Department of Transportation welcomes Jeff Kroner as the new east area engineer for the Northeast District covering eight counties including Macon, Shelby, Marion, Randolph, Monroe, Ralls, Audrain, and Pike. Kroner replaces Brian Untiedt who took another position within the department. As area engineer, Kroner will work directly with key stakeholders within these counties and their communities to resolve transportation issues.
Kroner has 22 years of experience already within MoDOT. He has experience in construction and maintenance in northern
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MOTORCYCLE CRASH IN
The highway patrol responded to a motorcycle crash in
BOONE
Boone County Prosecutor Dan Knight was found dead at his
TWO MEN SHOT OUTSIDE HARPO’S BAR & GRILL IN DOWNTOWN
Columbia Police Officers were called to the 10 block of
Two adult males suffered apparent gunshot wounds according to reports and were transported by private vehicles to a local hospital. While the two men were hospitalized, police said the injuries were non-life-threatening and at the time of the news release no suspects have been identified. This is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652. To report a tip without including your name or contact information, call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477). A tip that leads to an arrest or helps solve a felony crime could result in a cash reward.
Weekend Report- June 4-5, 2022
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Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 6, the road will be closed at Route N to South Turkey Ridge between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route J- June 7-8, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 9, 13, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 14-16, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
VANDALIA MAN CHARGED WITH SODOMY
KRCG TV is reporting a Vandalia man has been charged with sodomy involving an 11-year-old boy at a residence in
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June 2, 2022
On Friday, May 27, 2022 at approximately 10:25PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 4200 block of
Covering the period 05/20/2022 – 05/25/2022
· On May 22, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence off of
· On May 22, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Hwy 19 and
· On May 23, 2022, Deputies responded to the
· On May 25, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of
Calls for the Week:
· 911 Accidental –
· Civil Matter –
· Citizen Assist –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Unwanted Subject –
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Public Service Request –
· Disturbance –
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Alarm –
· Alarm –
· Civil Stand By –
· C & I –
· 911 Open Line –
· Check Well Being – High Hill
· Suicidal Subject –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental –
· Alarm – New
· Public Service Request – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Suspicious Activity – High Hill
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Medical –
· Property Damage – High Hill
· Disturbance –
· Stolen Vehicle –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Animal Complaint –
· Disturbance –
· Animal Complaint –
· Stealing – New
· C & I – New
· Medical –
· Medical –
· Stealing – Wellsville
· Domestic –
· Abandoned Vehicle – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Stealing – High Hill
· Suspicious Person – New
· Disturbance –
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Traffic Hazard – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Public Service Request – New
· Threats –
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Check Well Being –
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – High Hill
· Missing Child/Person – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – New
· Investigation –
· Civil Stand By – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Assault –
· 911 Accidental –
· Investigation – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Attempt To Contact – Wellsville
· Domestic – Wellsville
· Information – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Juvenile Complaint –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Traffic Hazard –
· Disturbance -
· Suspicious Activity - New
· Child Custody Incident - Jonesburg
· Acting Coroner -
· Stealing / Motor Vehicle -
· Dog Bite -
· Civil Issue - New
· Driving While Revoked - New
· Drug Overdose -
· Domestic Disturbance -
· Towed Vehicle - New
· Removal of Vehicle In Roadway - High Hill
· Disturbance -
· Warrant Arrest -
· Civil Issue - Jonesburg
· Assault -
· Warrant Arrest - Wellsville
· Juvenile Complaint -
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June 1, 2022
The highway patrol said a 16 year old male from
A
ELEVEN KILLED IN TRAFFIC CRASHES DURING THE MEMORIAL WEEKEND HOLIDAY COUNTING PERIOD
During the counting period which started at 6 p.m., Friday, May 27 and ended at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 30, eleven people died in traffic crashes in Missouri according to data released by the Highway Patrol on Tuesday. Troopers worked nine of those deaths. Four happened in the Troop C area, two fatalities in Troop D and one each in Troop A, Troop E and Troop I. The Aurora/Marionville and Florissant Police Departments also investigated one traffic fatality in each of their jurisdictions. A total of 304 traffic crashes were reported during the counting period and a total of 19 boating crashes were reported on state waterways however no boating crash fatalities were reported. There was one drowning in
WELLSVILLE MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE
This past holiday weekend, numerous communities honored those who gave all during Memorial Day services. On Monday, the Wellsville VFW Post 3056 held a graveside service in honor of the 9 Unknown Civil War soldiers buried in the
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May 31, 2022
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Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 1-2, the road will be closed at Route N to South Turkey Ridge between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Route J- June 6-7, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 8-9, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
TWO FROM
Two residents of
KHQA TV in
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May 27, 2022
HOT, BREEZY AND RAIN-FREE FOR
After a wet, cool, and cloudy week across the area for the most part, the National Weather Service says today will be a transition day with sunny skies returning and high temperatures reaching the mid 70s with breezy, and rain-free conditions expected for Memorial Day weekend as heat builds back into the area.
On May 18, 2022, the Fulton Police Chief contacted the Callaway County Sheriff, requesting an investigation concerning an assault offense at the 1851 Underground Tap & Grill, located in the 100 block of
FOUR EVACUATED FROM RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FIRE THURSDAY BY
Columbia Fire Department personnel responded to the 400 block of North College Avenue after a residential structure fire was reported Thursday morning at 10:24 AM with people and animals possibly trapped inside. The first fire crew arrived three minutes later and observed no exterior fire or smoke from a three-story residence which had been converted to an apartment building. The crew deployed a preconnected hose line and initiated a rapid evaluation of the structure when they observed smoke from a second-floor apartment. They began search and rescue operations, quickly locating the source of the fire in a bedroom, and utilized the hose line for extinguishment. As additional personnel and equipment arrived, fire crews began search and rescue operations in the apartments on the two remaining levels and encountered one adult and three children in the third floor apartment. Fire crews evacuated the children and escorted the adult to the exterior of the building where they refused additional emergency care. Crews also rescued one feline and one gecko from the apartment where the fire originated. The fire itself was extinguished in about 10 minutes.
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May 26, 2022
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office recently announced the departments new K9, Justice, and her handler K9 Deputy Brent Sheets. The Sheriff’s Office recently teamed up with Dogs on Duty and Dowdy Dawgs in search of funding to man our K9 Unit. Dogs on Duty is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support for working dogs. Dogs on Duty graciously donated our new K9 and provided funding for training for both, K9 Justice and K9 Deputy Brent Sheets. K9 Master Trainer Brian Dowdy of Dowdy Dawgs helped to hand pick our new K9 and spent the last, approximately 6 weeks, training K9 Justice and K9 Deputy Sheets. We just got the exciting news that K9 Justice and K9 Deputy Sheets were going to be ready to hit the streets this week. K9 Justice is a Belgian Malinois who was born on March 1, 2021, and raised at Dowdy Dogs in
A Columbia man was injured in a single vehicle crash in Macon County 1 mile south of Macon on US 63 at 5:40 am Wednesday. Troopers say Braden W. Grindstaff, 20, of
The Montgomery County Sheriff wanted to take a moment to highlight the Jail and Court Services Divisions in this weekly report. This week the Jail assisted Court Services with a jury trial. Any jury trial is a big undertaking as it requires a lot of planning and coordinating with all divisions and staff to make the judicial process go as smooth as possible for the Jurors, Attorneys, Circuit Clerk’s Office, Prosecutor and the Judge. I would like to point out, even during a Jury Trial the Jail and Court Service Staff still have to maintain daily operations such as other court proceedings that take place during the trial, as well as daily jail operations that still require staff attention. There are days where we might have two courtrooms full going on upstairs and two video court sessions happening at the same time in the jail. Those days can get pretty crazy with staff multitasking all their daily responsibilities as well as moving inmates all around for different courts. The Jail and Court Services Division’s responsibilities go way beyond just handling court details but, these kind of days can be the most challenging for both divisions. Let’s talk about scams for a moment, a common scam we have seen for quite some time is the ACH Debit Refund scam. The most common way the scammer would pull this off was by donating a larger sum of money, let’s say $5,000.00, and then call the nonprofit organization to apologize and say they only meant to donate $50.00. The nonprofit organization would immediately refund the difference. Several days later the nonprofit organization would find out the scammer never had $5,000.00 in their account to donate and they were now out $4,950.00. Recently I experienced a little different version of this scam and have yet to understand how this could have happened. I use my credit card to pay all my bills, I take advantage of the cash rewards. Anyway, I noticed I had 3 ACH Refunds on my credit card account. It was confusing because the information said it was for my last 3 payments but did not equal the amount I paid for my last 3 payments. After hours on the phone I realized, in a period of 24 hours, someone called my credit card financial institution three times, once claiming to be me and demanded ACH Refunds on my last 3 payments and once claiming they were calling on my behalf and demanding the ACH Refunds. These two calls they hung up on the Associate because they could not get it done. The Associate flag my account for suspicious activity, possible fraud attempt. I received no notifications by text or email as I usually do in cases where they suspect fraud. The caller called in the last time and was somehow able to get these ACH Payments Refunded but, to someone else’s account. That is the confusing part that I still don’t understand, one how did they get it refunded when my account was flagged and two how would they get the ACH Refund to go to a different account that it originated from? Anyway, after numerous phone calls totaling probably 6 hours, I think they finally understood it was fraud and are working on getting my money back to me. As of right now, I am out $4,000.00. What I have learned is that you should call your credit card institution and add a verbal pass code. A verbal passcode is what the Associate would ask for when you call in to talk to someone about your account. Don’t use your birth date or something like your social security number, this information may be obtained easily off the internet. Also, if you have an ACH Refund on your credit card and you didn’t call to request it, you better start to investigate. If you didn’t request it, the only reason it would say this is if you didn’t have enough funding in your account you sent your payment from.
Calls for the Week:
· Alarm – Wellsville
· 911 Open Line –
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Citizen Assist – I 70
· Unwanted Subject –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle – McKittrick
· Check Well Being – High hill
· Public Service Request –
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Child Custody Exchange – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Harassment –
· Information – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person –
· Medical –
· Information –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· 911 Open Line –
· Public Service Request – New
· Break In – New
· Attempt to Contact – I 70
· Information –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Medical – Wellsville
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist – McKittrick
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Attempt to Contact – Jonesburg
· Disturbance –
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Alarm –
· Public Service Request –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Traffic Hazard –
· Check Well Being – New
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Illegal Dumping –
· Civil Matter –
· Investigation –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – High Hill
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Fire –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Traffic Hazard –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Check Well Being – New
· Harassment –
· 911 Accidental –
· Trespassing – New
· 911 Accidental – New
· Motorist Assist – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Investigation –
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Trespassing –
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Illegal Dumping –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Animal Complaint – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – Wellsville
· Animal Complaint – High Hill
· 911 Open Line – McKittrick
· Public Service Request –
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency –
· Trespassing – New
· Hit & Run – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Civil Matter –
· Citizen Assist –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Attempt to Contact – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Unwanted Subject –
· Public Service Request –
· Threats – New
· Information –
· 911 Accidental – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
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May 25, 2022
TRUCK OVERTURNS IN
Troopers say a
ONE DRIVER HAD MINOR INJURIES AFTER A CRASH TUESDAY EVENING
It happened on US 40 in Boone County, just east of
Tuesday morning, at approximately 2:45 am, Boone County Joint Communications began receiving phone calls from multiple parties regarding shots fired in the Bellview Subdivision. Additionally, there were reports of one person being struck by gunfire. Upon arrival, deputies located a crime scene in the 4400 block of
Anyone with information on this investigation is encouraged to contact the Boone County Sheriff’s Office through Boone County Joint Communications by calling 573-442-6131 or 311. Those wishing to remain anonymous may provide information anonymously by calling CrimeStoppers at 573-875-TIPS (8477).
LEGISLATION PROPOSED IN
A story aired on KTVO and posted on KTVO dot com indicated Missouri Senate Bill 745 would provide a sales tax exemption on any equipment needed for solar farms and would also create a task force to study the benefits of solar energy on a community.
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May 24, 2022
On Sunday, May 22 at 4:02 p.m., the Columbia Fire Department was called to respond to the 4800 block of
A
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May 23, 2022
THREATS OF VIOLENCE INVESTIGATED AT COMMUNITY R-6 SCHOOL
This past Thursday, the Audrain County Sheriff’s office was notified by a concerned parent that there had been threats of violence made by 2 students at Community R-6 High School. The School Resource Deputies were notified and immediately began coordinating with District Staff and began an in depth investigation. Numerous witness and suspect interviews were conducted. At the conclusion, deputies found that there were "threatening statements" made, but it appears there was no intent to follow through. The suspects were released to their parents and the investigation will be forwarded to the appropriate offices for filing of any criminal charges that may be applicable.
The Community R-6 School District will determine any disciplinary action to be taken relating to the suspect students regarding their attendance at school and school functions. The Audrain County Sheriff’s Department has had a School Resource Officer program at Community R-6 since 2014 according to a news release regarding the incident that was made available this past Friday.
On Saturday at approximately 1:40 a.m. Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the 2600 block of
Upon arriving officers located evidence indicating a shooting had occurred. Later, officers were made aware that an adult male with apparent gunshot wounds had arrived at a local hospital by personal vehicle. There is no suspect information to release at this time.
This is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652. To report a tip without including your name or contact information, call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477). A tip that leads to an arrest or helps solve a felony crime could result in a cash reward.
HIRING EVENT AT TROY MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION LOCATION
The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a hiring event and conduct open interviews at the Troy maintenance facility located about four miles north of
“We are recruiting for openings at the
The minimum qualifications for these positions include:
Interested applicants can apply at the
Weekend Report- May 21- 22, 2022
MAN HURT IN CALLAWAY
A
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A Sullivan driver was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A High Ridge man was hurt in a Saturday morning crash in
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May 19, 2022
CHARGES FILED IN BOMB THREAT AT
Prosecutors in
GOVERNOR ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF WEBSITE FOR
Governor Mike Parson has announced the launch of a public website to help guide access to
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF'S REPORT
05/06/2022 - 05/12/2022
· On May 06, 2022, Deputies responded to the New Florence for a report of trespassing. Upon arrival contact was made with the subject, who was in his vehicle, parked in the reporting party’s driveway. The male subject advised he was using the homeowner’s Wi-Fi. During the contact, Dispatch advised the male subject had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Deputies arrested the subject and transported him to the Montgomery County Jail where he was booked on the outstanding warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Stealing of a Credit Card, and Stealing Property valued less than $500.00.
· On May 09, 2022, Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle weaving between lanes on East Interstate 70 near New Florence. Deputies located the vehicle and as they were following it, the driver swerved onto the shoulder, nearly struck the guard rail, and swerved back onto the roadway. Deputies stopped the vehicle and made contact with the driver. Through the course of the investigation, the driver was found to be in possession of a bag containing MDMA, a bag containing LSD, a bag containing Psilocybin Mushrooms, and drug paraphernalia. The driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
· On May 11, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in the
· Phone Texting Scams: You may receive a text message from an unknown number or email address. Often, these fraudulent messages purport to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords or credit card numbers by clicking on the link received with the message. Phone Impersonators Scams: Scammers impersonate IRS personnel, tax collectors, police, survey takers, relatives, delivery people and well-known companies to threaten you or gain your trust. They use scare tactics related to your Social Security number, criminal record or account before asking for your personal, account information, or credit card information to settle some type of debt. These scammers will sometimes ask you to buy gift cards and give them the number off the gift card to pay your debt. How to Stay Safe: Ignore any such calls, texts, and emails. Real tax agencies, from the IRS to your town tax collector, do business by mail and won’t ask for your passwords or account information nor will do they threaten to call the police or ask you to pay with gift cards, peer-to-peer (P2P) payment apps or cryptocurrency.
CALLS FOR THE WEEK:
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – New
· Motorist Assist – High Hill
· Motorist Assist – I-70
· Animal Complaint –
· Trespassing – New
· Investigation –
· Check Well Being –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Harassment – Bluffton
· Stealing – Wellsville
· Unwanted Subject – New
· Unwanted Subject –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I-70
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Harassment – I-70
· Assist Other Agency – I-70
· Assist Other Agency – I-70
· Check Well Being – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Investigation –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Investigation –
· Assist Other Agency – McKittrick
· Disturbance – New
· Motorist Assist – Jonesburg
· C & I –
· C & I – I-70
· Assist Other Agency – High Hill
· 911 Open Line – New
· 911 Open Line –
· Animal Complaint – Hermann
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Hermann
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· 911 Open Line –
· Assist Other Agency – Jonesburg
· Medical – Wellsville
· Investigation –
· Traffic Hazard – New
· Weapons Offence - McKittrick
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· Public Service Request – New
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· Medical – New
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· Unwanted Subject – New
· Suspicious Activity –
· Domestic – New
· C & I – I-70
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Pedestrian Check – High Hill
· Juvenile Complaint – New
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Check Well Being –
· Medical – I-70
· Public Service Request –
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
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· Suspicious Person –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Found Property – New
· Suspicious Activity –
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· VIN Verification –
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· Investigation –
· Structure Fire – Wellsville
· Stealing –
· Traffic Hazard – I-70
· Traffic Hazard – I-70
· C & I –
· Motorist Assist – Wellsville
· Alarm – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Motorist Assist – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Fire – I-70
· Hazmat/Hazardous Material – Wellsville
· Attempt to Contact –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Leave Without Pay –
· Investigation –
· Alarm –
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Warrant Arrest - New
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· Harassment - Bluffton
· Stealing - Wellsville
· Warrant Arrest - New
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· Weapons Offense - McKittrick
· Traffic Accident -
· Possession of a Control Substance – New
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 18, 2022
The Highway Patrol said three people were injured in
DNR AWARDS $50,000 GRANT TO HERMANN
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $50,000 Clean Water Engineering Report Grant to the city of
AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATE BOMB THREAT AT
At approximately 12:20 p.m. Tuesday Columbia Police were made aware of a bomb threat at the
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS
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May 17, 2022
SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN
Troopers say two people were taken to
TWO VEHICLE CRASH IN LIVINGSTON
The Highway Patrol reports a two vehicle wreck on US 65, 4 miles north of
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 16, 2022
TRACK HOE FIRE IN
The Montgomery Fire Protection District posted on their social media page recently that firefighters were called to a report of a track hoe on fire on
RALLS
State Troopers say a
A former
Weekend Report- May 14- 15, 2022
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS SECOND FY 2022 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET BILL
On Friday Governor Mike Parson signed a second supplemental budget bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, HB 3015, that was passed by the General Assembly last week. The bill allocates supplemental funding for grant programs and operations across state government, including K-12 school programs, domestic and sexual violence victim services, water and wastewater services, child abuse prevention programs, and health care projects, among others.
HB 3015 totals over $851 million, including over $110 million in general revenue, nearly $383 million in federal funds, and more than $357 million in other funds.
MAY 21- 27 IS NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK!
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to stress the importance of safe boating and make the public aware of National Safe Boating Week, which takes place May 21-27, 2022. National Safe Boating Week is purposefully scheduled just prior to Memorial Day weekend, which many people consider the kickoff to the boating season.
Boaters are encouraged to make time for a thorough inspection of their boat prior to taking it out on the water this boating season. Weather, time, and other elements may affect the readiness of your boat. The Patrol’s marine operations troopers are available to inspect the required equipment on your boat, at your request, to make sure you’re in compliance with state law. To help facilitate these inspections, marine operations troopers will be at the following locations on Saturday, May 21, 2022 (unless otherwise noted):
TROOP C
Meramec River ¯ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
George Winter Park
401 Allen Road
Fenton, MO
Yacht Club of St. Louis ¯ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
105 Lake Village Drive
St. Charles, MO
TROOP F
Lake of the Ozarks State Park Public Beach #2 ¯ May 21st 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Old U.S. Highway 54
Osage Beach, MO
Mari-Osa Access — May 22nd 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
10599 Marina Road
Jefferson City, MO
MDC REPORTS SPRING
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that turkey hunters checked 33,355 birds during
Young turkey hunters also harvested 2,896 birds over the youth weekend, April 9 and 10, bringing the overall 2022 spring turkey harvest to 36,251.
Last year, young turkey hunters harvested 2,795 birds during the spring youth season and hunters harvested 31,800 birds during the regular spring season for a 2021 spring season total harvest of 34,595 turkeys.
The 2022 spring turkey harvest was up about 5% from the 2021 spring turkey harvest but is still about 7% lower than the average spring turkey harvest during the last 5 years (2017-2021).
There were two self-inflicted firearm-related hunting incidents, one fatal and one non-fatal, reported to MDC during the 2022 spring turkey hunting seasons. There were no shooter-victim hunting incidents reported.
Get more information on this year’s spring turkey harvest numbers by county at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 12, 2022
Troopers say 23 year old Maria E. Morris of Fulton was southbound on Callaway County Road 351, just north of County Road 352 at 11:50 last (WED) night when her vehicle left the right side of the roadway and overturned. The driver had minor injuries and was transported by Callaway EMS to
The Highway patrol said a
Columbia Police have arrested Justin Wayne Owen, 36, of
POLICE SAY DEVICE FOUND DOWNTOWN WAS NOT EXPLOSIVE
There was a scare around noon on Wednesday in downtown
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 11, 2022
A
TWO
The highway patrol said two residents of
MAN KILLED WHEN LAWN MOWER OVERTURNED
KMIZ TV is reporting that
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 10, 2022
Sunday morning, May 8, 2022 at approximately 12:30 a.m. Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the 800 block of
Upon arrival, officers located a male victim with injuries caused by gunfire. The victim was identified as Demetrius Ware, 37, of
MOBERLY POLICE ARREST
This past Saturday, May 7, 2022 at approximately 12:30 pm Moberly Police officers responded to a local business for a theft in progress.
On arrival, officers contacted the male subject who was involved with the theft. During the course of the investigation, the male subject fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued, and the male subject was able to elude officers. An area search was conducted and officers located the male hiding in a shed. The male was taken into custody without further incident. The male was identified as 23-year-old Tyler Loyd from
MAN FLEES ON FOOT AFTER BEING HANDCUFFED BY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY
On Monday, May 9, 2022 a Chariton County Deputy attempted to stop a motor vehicle in
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 9, 2022
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR MAY 2022 HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, May 9, 2022, in observance of Truman Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.
Monday, May 30, 2022, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
CENTRAL MISSOURI
Central Missouri Honor Flight (CMHF) #62 leaves
NAME OF MAN FOUND DEAD NEAR RAILROAD TRACKS RELEASED
KTVO said on Thursday morning, the La Plata Police Department released the identity of the deceased man that was found Wednesday morning near the railroad tracks. He has been identified as Anthony William Richardson, 33, of
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 5, 2022
CLOSED:
Missouri Route 94 in
NEW
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KMIZ TV reports a
04/22/2022 – 04/28/2022
· On April 22, 2022, Deputies received information about a subject at the New Florence Post Office who had an active warrant for his arrest. Upon arrival, Deputies learned the subject had left the area on foot, through the employee area, leaving his car behind. Deputies stayed in the area and a short time later Deputies made contact with the subject when he returned to retrieve his vehicle. The subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
· On April 23, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of Highway WW and observed a vehicle with an equipment violation. Deputies stopped the vehicle and through the course of the traffic stop discovered the driver had 2 outstanding warrants, one out of
· On April 24, 2022, Deputies were patrolling Highway 19 near
· April 24, 2022, Deputies responded to a 911 hang up call in Jonesburg. Once on scene deputies discovered several subjects outside the residence that had been in an altercation. After further investigation, one subject was arrested and charged with Domestic Assault.
· Calls for the Week:
· Assist Other Agency –
· C & I – I 70
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Medical –
· Medical – New
· 911 Accidental – New
· C & I – I 70
· Citizen Assist – New
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint –
· Motorist Assist –
· Disturbance – New
· Vandalism – Jonesburg
· Child Custody Dispute –
· C & I – High Hill
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Harassment – Jonesburg
· Abandoned Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· C & I – I 70
· C & I – I 70
· Civil Stand by – Jonesburg
· Attempt to Contact – New
· Check Well Being –
· Child Custody Dispute – High Hill
· 911 Open Line –
· Stealing –
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – New
· Disturbance – New
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency –
· Suspicious Person – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Threats – Wellsville
· Motorist Assist –
· Public Service Request –
· Assist Other Agency – Wellsville
· Vandalism – High Hill
· Special Assignment – Wellsville
· Alarm – High Hill
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Domestic – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard –
· Suspicious Vehicle – McKittrick
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Civil Matter – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Attempt to Contact – McKittrick
· Investigation –
· Public Service Request –
· Information –
· Violation Exparte/Full Order – Wellsville
· Public Service Request – New
· Disturbance –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Harassment – McKittrick
· Assist Other Agency – Wellsville
· Citizen Assist –
· Rape/Sexual Assault –
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency – McKittrick
· Assist Other Agency – High Hill
· Suicidal Subject –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Stealing –
· Stealing –
· Abandoned Vehicle – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Civil Stand by – McKittrick
· Harassment –
· Motorist Assist –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Animal Complaint – New
· Domestic –
· Medical - High Hill
· Mental Health - Jonesburg
· Warrant Arrest - New
· Child Custody Exchange -
· Warrant Arrest - New
· Domestic Assault - Jonesburg
· Stealing -
· Property Damage - Jonesburg
· Vandalism - High Hill
· Sexual Exploitation of a Minor -
· Sexual Assault - High Hill
· Civil Issue - Jonesburg
· Suicidal Subject -
· Assist Other Agency - McKittrick
· Domestic Assault -
· Overdose - High Hill
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 4, 2022
The highway patrol said two drivers were northbound on US 61, south of Route WW in
HIGH SPEED PURSUIT ENDS IN ARREST SOUTH OF EXCELLO TUESDAY
A suspect is in custody after leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit in a stolen vehicle. The Highway Patrol said shortly before noon Tuesday the vehicle was going down Interstate 70 when a license plate reader alerted authorities that the vehicle had been stolen from Moberly on March 23rd. Authorities continued to watch for the vehicle and troopers positioned themselves along Highway 63 in the Moberly area. Sgt. Justin Dunn, Public Information Officer for Troop B with the patrol said the actual pursuit started Tuesday afternoon in Moberly and headed north on Highway 63. At one point a trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but called off the chase shortly afterwards due to safety concerns as the car thief was allegedly driving over 100 miles per hour. Moments later, deputies with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department started pursuit and as the vehicle continued on into
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 3, 2022
EARTHQUAKE INSURANCE COVERAGE IN THE HIGHEST RISK AREAS OF
The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) has issued a new Earthquake Insurance Market Report that shows earthquake coverage in the highest risk areas of the New Madrid fault region of the state has hit historic lows. In the six-county New Madrid region of the state, the percentage of residences with earthquake coverage has declined by an astonishing 49 percentage points between 2000 and 2021, from 60.2 to 11.4 percent.
The cost of earthquake insurance has risen by 816 percent since 2000 in the region. And while the price and lack of availability of insurance are likely major factors for the drop in coverage, another potential reason is that some consumers believe they already have coverage.
Recent consumer research conducted by the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, the Center for Insurance Policy and Research at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), and the University of Missouri’s Disaster and Community Crisis Center has shown that many homeowners in the highest risk areas of the New Madrid Seismic Zone don’t realize their current standard homeowners insurance policies don’t cover damage caused by earthquakes. The DCI runs an earthquake insurance education and awareness campaign each year to provide information and knowledge to those in the region who need to make decisions about coverage and plan to prepare and recover should a significant earthquake event occur.
The DCI is hosting the first Central U.S. Earthquake Insurance Summit in
ARSON SUSPECTED IN WEEKEND HOUSE FIRE IN
Investigators told KTVO a weekend house fire in
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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05/02/2022
TWO KILLED IN TRAGIC CRASH IN FRANKLIN COUNTY SUNDAY
The highway patrol said 2 teenagers died as a result of a Franklin County crash Sunday morning at 8:18 AM. Troopers say 18 year pld Keegan Wiedemann of New Haven, MO was westbound on Highway 100 at Newport Road and was traveling too fast fpr the curvy road conditions. The pickup he was driving traveled off the right side of the roadway and the driver overcorrected to his left. The vehicle began to skid and slide. The vehicle crossed the center of the road where the driver overcorrected to his right and the auto began to skid and slide. The pickup than began to overturn and traveled off the left side of the roadway ejecting both the driver and a passenger identified as a 15 year old male juvenile of Hermann. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene while the passenger was flown by helicopter to Mercy St. Louis Hospital where he died Sunday night
AUDRAIN COUNTY ACCIDENT FRIDAY AFTERNOON
The patrol investigated a crash in Audrain County on MO 19, northbound at Route J Friday afternoon at 1:40 pm. The crash happened as 74 year old Judy Wyble of Bowling Green was westbound on US 54 when 43 year old Jeremy Blosser of Halfway, MO was northbound on MO 19/ The Wyble auto traveled into the path of the Blosser vehicle and Blosser’s vehicle struck the Whyble auto. Blosser was not injured, however a passenger in his vehicle, 75 year old Wanda Hostetler of Halfway, MO had serious injuries. Wyble also had serious injuries and both were transported to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment.
MAN HURT IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Bowling Green man was hurt in an accident that occurred just before 12pm Friday in Montgomery County. The patrol says that 76 year old Angelo Murabito of Middletown was on MO 161 when he failed to negotiate a curve and his vehicle crossed the center of the road and struck the front of an auto driven by 25 year old Richard Steward which caused his vehicle to travel off the right side of the road, while the other one became engulfed in flames. Steward was taken to Hermann Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
TWO KILLED IN HEAD-ON CRASH IN PIKE COUNTY THURSDAY NIGHT
The highway patrol reports a head-on crash in Pike County late Thursday night killed both drivers involved. It happened at 11:55 p.m. on Highway 54, one-half mile east of Pike County Road 279 when a car driven by Caleb Perez, 22, of Louisiana, Missouri, crossed the center line and collided head-on with an oncoming pickup truck. The truck was driven by Jason Hagaman, 44, also of Louisiana, Missouri. Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical crews a short time after the crash happened.
TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
An O’Fallon teen was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday night in Gasconade County. The report states that the teen was on MO 100 when his car ran off the right side of the roadway, struck an embankment, overturned and came to rest. He sustained moderate injuries and was transported by ambulance to Hermann Hospital for treatment.
WOMAN HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
An Elsberry woman was hurt in a Saturday night crash in Lincoln County. 47 year old Laura Skirvin was on Route JJ when her vehicle traveled off the north side of the road and struck a utility pole. She was taken to SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in Lake St. Louis for treatment of minor injuries.
COLUMBIA POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOTS FIRED IN 5000 BLOCK OF ALPINE RIDGE DRIVE
Saturday night, April 30th, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Columbia Police responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the area of Alpine Ridge Drive and Panorama Lane. Upon arriving on scene, officers located evidence confirming shots had been fired in the 5000 block of Alpine Ridge Drive. During the investigation, officers found one vehicle had been struck by gunfire. No injuries were reported. Police say there is no suspect information available at this time and that this is an ongoing investigation. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652. To report a tip without including your name or contact information, call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477).
COLUMBIA POLICE INVESTIGATE VEHICLE THEFT & COLLISSION WITH INJIURY SATURDAY
Columbia Police are investigating a vehicle theft and single-vehicle collision with injury that occurred Saturday, April 30 near the intersection of North Stadium Boulevard and Primrose Drive. At approximately 11 a.m. officers observed a passenger vehicle on Texas Avenue. They determined it was the same vehicle reported stolen at 6:20 a.m. in the 4000 block of Ria Street. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but the vehicle fled. Officers engaged in a brief pursuit that ended when the vehicle left the roadway at the intersection of North Stadium Boulevard and Primrose Drive. The Columbia Fire Department and emergency medical services responded to the scene to provide medical aid to the occupants of the stolen vehicle. The first occupant of the vehicle was identified as Thomas Nida, 18, of Columbia. Nida was transported by ambulance to a local hospital to be evaluated. The second occupant, a juvenile, was taken by officers to a local hospital for medical evaluation. The juvenile has since been released to parents. Nida was arrested for tampering in the second degree. The investigation continues
COLUMBIA POLICE MAKE ARREST IN CONNECTION TO SHOTS FIRED INCIDENT FRIDAY IN THE 3000 BLOCK OS STADIUM BOULEVARD\
Columbia Police have arrested Darrion Hill, 22, of Columbia, for harassment in the first degree, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon. The arrest is in connection with an incident that occurred on Thursday, April 28 at approximately 5:45 p.m., when officers were dispatched for multiple reports of shots fired around the Domain Apartments in the 3900 block of Stadium Boulevard. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found evidence confirming shots had been fired and learned that the suspect later identified as Hill had fled. Officers determined the shooting had resulted in no known injuries. Officers canvassed the area and conducted interviews leading to the identification of Hill as the suspect. Hill was located in the 4800 block of Geyser Boulevard at approximately 9:15 p.m. where officers arrested him without incident. Police say this is an ongoing investigation. More information may become available at a later time.
Weekend Report- April 30- May 1, 2022
MAN HURT IN
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TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
An O’Fallon teen was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday night in
WOMAN HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
An Elsberry woman was hurt in a Saturday night crash in
April 28, 2022
TWO ARRESTED IN
On Tuesday at approximately 2:41PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 100 block of
Recently we told you that the Monroe County Clerk was under investigation, but it wasn’t clear what that investigation was actually about. Now we know that investigation focused on alleged violation of State Election Laws. On Wednesday, Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced the findings of an investigation relating to claims of misconduct and said in a statement that after his office reportedly verified complaints concerning Monroe County Clerk La Jeana Peterson, he sent a statement of probable cause to the Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office. Peterson allegedly violated election laws by allowing a candidate to file after the March 29, 5 p.m. deadline. Ashcroft went on to say “We want to support the diligence and hard work of our clerks in every way we can, but we also have a responsibility to the citizens of
DEA DRUG TAKE BACK IS THIS SATURDAY
Leftover medication can be dangerous and poses threats to our communities. You can dispose of your unused or unwanted medication during the annual The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at sites across
April 27, 2022
BOONE
The Highway Patrol said two vehicles collided in
If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1922, it’s not too late to have it recognized as a 2022 Missouri Century Farm. The deadline to apply to the program has been extended to June 1. To qualify, the same family must have owned the farm for 100 consecutive years. The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings and nephews or nieces, including through marriage or adoption. The farm must be at least 40 acres of the original land acquisition and make a financial contribution to the overall farm income. Since the program began in 1976, more than 8,000
7TH ANNUAL HOME RUN AGAINST HUNGER CAMPAIGN
With 896,570 Missourians labeled as “food insecure” according to the Map the Meal Gap 2016 study, Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance recognizes the need to obtain and distribute food to hungry families across the state. For the seventh consecutive year, insurance agents and producers, customer service representatives, regional coordinators and many volunteers are accepting donations from now to May 20 at their local offices to be distributed locally. The 2022 Home Run Against Hunger campaign is one of several events Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance organizes annually to help those in need.
While most non-perishable donations are appreciated, there are some types of food items that allow local pantries to best meet the needs of the communities they serve. These items include: canned tuna or chicken, boxed or bagged pasta, canned soup or chili, boxed crackers, peanut butter and instant mashed potatoes. Monetary donations are more important than ever. Monetary donations give local pantries resources to fill the greatest needs and meet nutritional challenges within the community. All checks collected stay in the region. According to the Map the Meal Gap 2016 study, 241,830
April 26, 2022
STATE OF
Governor Mike Parson has proclaimed April 24 to April 30 as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in
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In addition to administering the Missouri Crime Victims’ Compensation Program and grant programs that provide millions of dollars to support crime victim advocates, domestic violence shelters and to investigate cyber criminals who target children, the Department of Public Safety has taken on three additional grant programs in the last year:
· A total of $1.8 million in grants was awarded in September 2021 through the Crimes Against Children/Sex Crimes Grant for hiring additional staff and other expenditures to investigate, prosecute and detect crimes against children.
· A total of $500,000 in grants was awarded in November 2021 to nonprofit agencies to help deter crime in economically distressed areas of
· A total of $2.6 million in grants was awarded in April 2022 through a Victims of Crime Grant to support domestic violence service agencies, child advocacy centers, law enforcement and other service providers.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE RELEASES 2021 CONSUMER COMPLAINT INDEX
Missourians can use the 2021 Consumer Complaint Index as a tool when choosing an insurer. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance released the index, which presents data on complaints against insurance companies received by the department between 2017 and 2021.
The number of complaints has steadily declined overall. For most lines of insurance, the most common reason for complaints was claim denials or other issues arising from the claim settlement process. Consumers can use the report to determine how their insurer stacks up against others for a given line of business.
The 2021 Consumer Complaint Index presents data for seven lines of business, including private passenger automobile, life and annuity, accident and health, long-term care, Medicare supplement, HMOs, and homeowners, including farm, mobile home, personal fire, and allied lines.
One of the reasons the department makes this information publicly available is to allow consumers to use the index as a metric when choosing between different insurance companies. The complaint index compares the ratio of complaints to premium sales for each company to the industry average for each line of business.
Companies with a complaint index of 100 percent or more show that the department received more complaints than the industry average for that company. Companies with a complaint index of less than 100 percent had fewer complaints filed against them than the industry average. Companies with a complaint index of 100 percent were on par with the industry average.
If consumers have insurance-related questions, they can call the department's Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov.
The Columbia Police Department is encouraging residents to participate in a free training session on Monday May 9th via Zoom. The one hour training outlines both active and passive crime prevention methods while learning what observation techniques you can use to identify and reduce crime in your neighborhood. You can register on line at www.columbianeighborhoodwatch.org
April 25, 2022
VANDALIA MAN KILLED IN
Authorities say a man from Vandalia was killed on US 61, just south of
REPORT OF SHOTS FIRED IN
The Boone County Sheriff's department is investigating a report of shots fired in southwest
NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
The Boone County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with the Youth Community Coalition and law enforcement agencies throughout Boone County including Columbia Missouri Police Department, Ashland, Missouri Police Department, Centralia Missouri Police Department, Hallsville Missouri Police Department, University of Missouri Police Department, and VA Hospital Police Departments, will be conducting a Prescription Drug Take Back event at multiple locations April 29th and 30th, 2022. This event coincides with the National Drug Take Back event sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency. This effort is undertaken to provide the community with appropriate disposal of their expired, unused, or unwanted prescription medications. The benefits of the Take Back event include that these prescription medications do not fall into the hands of our youth where they may be abused or distributed inappropriately. Further, the proper disposal of these medications aids in protecting the environment as it is detrimental to ground source water if medications are flushed.
Two collection sites are open Friday, April 29th, 2022.
Below are five collection sites open Saturday, April 30th, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Citizens may go to any one of these locations during the times listed and drop off their unwanted medications for disposal. Please, no sharps (needles). Following the collection, all medications will be turned over to the DEA for proper disposal.
Weekend Report- April 23-24, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PATCHING
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times.
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
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WOMAN HURT IN
A Fenton woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
April 21, 2022
ADDITIONAL DETAILS REGARDING SHOOTINGS IN
Police have released additional details of the shootings in
500 POUNDS OF PACKAGED POT SCATTERED AROUND CRASH SITE ON I-70, NEAR THE CALLAWAY/MONTGOMERY
The highway patrol said 2 people have been arrested on felony drug trafficking charges after 500 pounds of packaged pot was located scattered around a crash site on Interstate 70 near the Callaway & Montgomery County Line Wednesday morning. According to the report, the incident happened when a semi swerved to avoid a crash and was then hit from behind by a pickup.. Then another tractor trailer unit went off the left side of the roadway and struck the pickup. All three of those vehicles were traveling eastbound. The pickup truck was driven by 24 year old David Mora Navarro who had moderate injuries. 32 year old Victor Gonzalez Acosta and 37 year old Edith Lerma also had moderate injuries. Those two men were arrested for felony drug trafficking. Navarro was also charged with C & I driving involving a crash. The two men and the one woman are all from the Country of Mexico and were treated for their injuries at
Wednesday afternoon at 12:27 pm, the Fulton Police Department along with the Callaway County Sheriff's Office and MUSTANG Drug Task force, executed a narcotics related search warrant at
April 20, 2022
HOME INVASION IN
Monday night, 04/18/2022 at 8:53 PM, Fulton Police responded to the 300 block of
ANOTHER BODY FOUND NEAR SCENE OF REPORTED
Police in
LAW ENFORCEMENT REMINDING CITIZENS TO LOCK VEHICLES AND REMOVE KEYS AND VALUABLES
Area Law Enforcement agencies continue to investigate reports involving thefts from vehicles in North Central Missouri as well as several stolen vehicle reports. To date, all the thefts are believed to have been from unlocked vehicles and the stolen vehicles were also unlocked with the keys in the vehicle. The most recent thefts occurred in Adair and
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at approximately 5:23PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 800 block of
10 NEW TROOPERS TO GRADUATE FROM
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces that 10 troopers will graduate from the Patrol’s
Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe will provide the keynote address and Col. Olson will address the class during the graduation. The Honorable Robin Ransom, Supreme Court of Missouri, will administer the Oath of Office to the new troopers. The Troop F Color Guard will present the colors and Sergeant Andrew A. Henry, Troop H, will sing the national anthem. Trooper Peter D. Hummel, class chaplain, will provide the invocation and benediction.
Four class awards will be presented during the graduation ceremony. The recruits accumulate points toward graduation in the categories of physical fitness, firearms, and academics throughout their 15 weeks at the Academy. The person with the highest number of points in each category will earn the respective award.
The names (hometowns) and first assignments of members of the 114th Recruit Class are listed below:
Troop B
Peter D. Hummel (Quincy, IL), Marion/Ralls Counties
Tj A. Willock (Colchester, IL), Macon/Shelby Counties
Troop C
Jake R. Stombaugh (Taylorville, IL), Ste. Genevieve/Perry Counties
Troop E
Orrin D. Hawkins (Fredericktown, MO), Bollinger/Cape Girardeau/Scott Counties
Troop F
Stephen W. Bean (Denton, TX), Boone County
Chase A. Fox (Baylis, IL), Boone County
Isaiah S. Lemasters (Middletown, MO), Montgomery County
Casey A. Marks (Eldon, MO), Camden County
Troop H
Sean P. Gomez (King City, MO), Buchanan/Andrew Counties
Troop I
Eric Walker (Lebanon, MO), Phelps/Maries Counties
SOMO SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR 2022 STATE SUMMER GAMES
Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is recruiting individuals to volunteer for the 2022 State Summer Games, May 20-22 in
The State Summer Games will bring more than 1,000 athletes, coaches and unified partners from across the state to
Volunteers play a very important role in the success of this event. There are a wide variety of opportunities available, including scorekeeping, awards announcing, opening ceremonies set up and much more. Most volunteer shifts include a minimum four-hour commitment, and each volunteer receives a complimentary T-shirt along with a very rewarding experience. Go to our volunteer hub for a complete listing of volunteer jobs and shifts. For questions regarding volunteer opportunities at the 2022 State Summer Games, please contact Greg Wingrath at Wingrath@somo.org.
April 18, 2022
AMEREN
This Earth Week, Ameren
Customers interested in being part of the program’s next expansion can add their name to a waiting list to be first in line for the next opportunity. When opened for sign-ups later this year, the program will be easier to participate in than ever before with all residential and small business customers now able to offset up to 100% of their energy use.
The Community Solar Program started as a pilot in 2018, offering customers the opportunity to invest in solar energy generation in their community through a shared system. The program has since been made permanent and is now generating clean energy from the
To learn more about the Community Solar Program and see how Ameren
HAVE YOU SEEN OR DO YOU KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF BEVERLY J. LOGAN?
As of just recently, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the disappearance of Beverly J. Logan.
COLUMBIA
On Sunday, April 17 at approximately 1:45 a.m., Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Ninth and Cherry Streets. Columbia Police arrested Victor L. Arriaga, 20, of
Weekend Report- April 16-17, 2022
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN CALLAWAY
Two teenage boys from Mokane were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred after 7pm Saturday in
TWO HURT, ONE SERIOUSLY IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Two Gravois Mills boys were hurt, one seriously in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Saturday morning crash in
April 14, 2022
DRUG BUST AT CALLAWAY COUNTY HOTEL
Tuesday night, authorities in
04/01/2022 – 04/07/2022
The first week of April has been very busy for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department …
· On April 1 2022, Deputies received a stop and hold request from
· On April 3, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On April 4, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On April 5, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On April 6, 2022, while conducting a business check in Jonesburg, deputies noticed a vehicle running in the parking lot that they had not seen before. As deputies approached, the vehicle took off at a high rate of speed. Deputies initiated their emergency lights and the vehicle failed to stop. Deputies pursued the vehicle into
· On April 6, 2022, Deputies responded to Burglary report on Highway JJ, New Florence. The victim was contacted by a friend informing him that his Polaris UTV was missing. Once on scene the deputy was informed several more items had also been removed from the residence and a barn located on the property. Some of the items stolen are as follows: Green 2006 Polaris Ranger, Red 2 ton car jack, New Stainless Steel shop vac, yellow
Calls for the Week:
· Special Assignment – Jonesburg
· Citizen Assist –
· Alarm –
· Information –
· Threats – New
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Medical – Wellsville
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Medical –
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Domestic –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Citizen Assist – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Citizen Assist – New
· Medical –
· Public Service Request –
· Domestic –
· Public Service Request – McKittrick
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request –
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Medical – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Trespassing –
· Missing Child/Person –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Abandoned Vehicle – High Hill
· 911 Accidental -
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Animal Abuse/Neglect – New
· Disturbance –
· Attempt to Contact – Wellsville
· Disturbance –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Fire –
· C & I – I 70
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Assault – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Medical – Jonesburg
· C & I –
· Assist Other Agency – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
· Overdose – New
· Motorist Assist – New
· Stealing –
· Citizen Assist –
· Investigation –
· Animal Complaint –
· Juvenile Complaint – Jonesburg
· Property Damage –
· Animal Complaint –
· Public Service Request –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Child Custody Dispute – Wellsville
· Medical –
· Child Abuse/Neglect –
· Investigation –
· Stealing –
· Fire – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Investigation –
· Information –
· Missing Child/Person – High Hill
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Check Well Being –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Assault -
· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Abandoned Vehicle – New
· Assault - McKittrick
· Trespass –
· Property Damage -
· Missing Person -
· Burglary -
· Keeping a Dangerous Dog - Jonesburg
· Felony Warrant Arrest -
· Burglary -
· Towed Vehicle -
· Assault - New
· Overdose - New
· Burglary - New
· Resist Arrest by Fleeing - Jonesburg
· Assault on School Property –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Motor Vehicle Accident -
April 13, 2022
A MORE THAN 20 HOUR STANDOFF IN
A Moberly,
On Tuesday, April 12, 2022, Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced that the Attorney General’s Office has reached a favorable resolution in a lawsuit the Office filed against
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office initially raised concerns about the
Revise its policies to permit parents to record their children’s Individualized Education Plan meetings, consistent with the law and Attorney General guidance;
Attend Sunshine Law training administered by the Attorney General’s Office;
Implement a Sunshine Law records request tracking system;
Further, if Moberly enters into a contract with third-party technology service provider to manage its records and search for records in response to a Sunshine Law request, the contract will not impede public access to records or result in overcharging citizens who submit requests. A link to the full settlement is available on our station website. That link is: https://ago.mo.gov/docs/default-source/press-releases/fully-executed-settlement-agreement(13295685-1).pdf?sfvrsn=bc9a819a_2
MDC REPORTS YOUNG HUNTERS TOOK 2,881
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young turkey hunters in
Young hunters checked 2,795 turkeys during the 2021 spring youth weekend.
“Despite a cooler than normal morning on Saturday, the weather during the youth weekend provided mostly favorable hunting conditions,” said MDC Turkey Biologist Reina Tyl. “It was great to see almost three thousand youth were able to capitalize on those good conditions and make lasting memories of a successful turkey hunt.”
Get more harvest information by county at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
The regular spring turkey season runs April 18 through May 8. For more on spring turkey hunting in
April 12, 2022
JONESBURG MAN FACING ADDITIONAL CHARGES
On Saturday morning, April 9, 2022, at 12:10 am, a Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy stopped a vehicle in the Jonesburg area for an equipment violation. Upon making contact, the driver advised he worked for local repair shop and was test driving a customer's vehicle. During the course of the traffic stop, the Deputy learned the driver, 34 year old John M. Schmidt of Jonesburg, had a suspended driver's license. The Deputy told Schmidt he was under arrest for driving while suspended and asked him to step out of the vehicle. Schmidt refused to comply, the Deputy opened his door, and Schmidt resisted while the Deputy was trying to remove him from the vehicle. During the struggle the Deputy got Schmidt's left wrist handcuffed. Schmidt then put the vehicle in drive, took off at a high rate of speed, and nearly ran over the deputy with the back tires of the vehicle. Deputies pursued Schmidt throughout the Jonesburg area before Schmidt decided to take the chase off road onto his family's farm. Deputies continued to pursue Schmidt as he plowed through fields, around farm equipment, and irrigation rigs. During the pursuit, Deputies advised they had to stop while Schmidt dangerously drove circles around farm equipment, purposely throwing mud all over the patrol vehicles. Deputies called off the pursuit after Schmidt struck a patrol vehicle and the Deputies were no longer able to see due to all the mud on their windshields. Schmidt is currently on probation for Aiding the Escape of a Prisoner and Weapon Offenses. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is continuing to search for Schmidt, and say once arrested he will be facing several other charges including Driving While Suspended, Stealing, C&I Driving, Felony Resisting Arrest, 2nd Degree Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer, and Felony Leaving the Scene of an Accident. If anyone knows of Schmidt’s location, please contact the
Columbia Police have arrested Marquez
AUTHORITIES REMAIN IN STANDOFF WITH MOBERLY MAN WHO IS ARMED AND BARRICADED INSIDE RESIDENCE
The Randolph County Sheriff’s Department identified the man as 59 year old Stephen Jay Thorp who at last word remained barricaded in a home on
April 11, 2022
On Saturday, April 9 at approximately 4 p.m., Columbia Police were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the 4600 block of
KZZT MARKS 35 YEARS OF SERVICE
35 years ago a new radio station signed on the air serving residents of the area and 35 years later that station is still on the air serving advertisers and residents of the area, still delivering a contemporary rock and roll format and still locally owned and operated by the same majority ownership and management. It was 6am, Friday, April 10th, 1987 that 105.5 FM, KZZT officially signed on the air. Much has changed since that sign on day when music was still being pressed and sold at record stores on vinyl. Vinyl records. Reel to reel tape machines and more were soon replaced with compact discs, and DAT tape, then came mp3s and other types of digital offerings and computer technology. The Internet, streaming options, satellite radio and more not even heard of. In 1987, KZZT was a 3000 watt radio station. Later 6000 watts, then 25,000 and today 50,000 watts of power. Many people have been involved in 105.5’s success over the years, from those who volunteered their time so the station could be on air 24/7, to countless others. Many of the early voices are still on the radio in various markets and some of those voices as well as others involved in the early days have moved on, but still call Moberly home. Today, KZZT is part of a broadcast family that consists of nine broadcast signals with various formats that covers most of North Missouri, a large part of Central Missouri, parts of
WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK
Crashes with protective vehicles with truck/trailer-mounted attenuators (TMAs) increased yet again in 2021, accompanied by 17 work zone fatalities. These numbers make
In 2021, MoDOT TMAs were struck an unprecedented 61 times. “Any time you pass highway workers on a
It’s not just a courtesy to slow down and move over for these work zones—it’s the law. Be aware of changing traffic conditions, observe warning signs and merge before reaching lane closures.
Weekend Report- April 9-10, 2022
TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Boonville teen was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday night in
TWO KILLED, ONE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ST. LOUIS COUNTY ACCIDENT
Two people were killed and another was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 1:05am Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Saturday morning crash in
April 7, 2022
FORMER TROOPER IN COOPER &
A former Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper pleaded guilty recently and was sentenced to 2 years of court supervised probation. Zachary Czerniewski joined the patrol in April 2012. In July of 2018 he was promoted to corporal and then received another promotion to sergeant in July of 2021 and reportedly resigned from the patrol in March of this year after allegations of falsifying traffic stop reports in both Montgomery and Cooper counties surfaced. On Wednesday he entered a plea of guilty to 12 misdemeanor counts of falsifying traffic stop reports by purposely violating provisions of Chapter 590 of the RSMo. Court documents indicated the former trooper reportedly admitted "he does not always accurately record the required information in the racial profiling report," and asked the person to whom he gave this information to keep it between them. In some cases, the trooper allegedly reported the driver's race as "white" when the driver was Black, while in others, he allegedly made searches during the stop but reported making no searches in his documentation.
FORMER BRAYMER SCHOOL TEACHER FACING ADDITIONAL CHARGES
A former Missouri School teacher at Braymer High School, 29 year old Zachary W. Douglas, is accused and charged for allegedly sending nude pictures and videos of himself to two young girls and is now facing new charges. In a separate case,
April 6, 2022
Tuesday was General Municipal Election Day in
ELMWOOD
The Missouri State Highway Patrol's dive team that searched
MOBERLY MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER 2ND DEGREE AFTER OVERDOSE DEATH INVESTIGATION
On April 4, 2022, the Randolph County Prosecuting Attorney charged Dustin K. Pool of Moberly with Murder 2nd degree. The charge is the result of an investigation conducted by the Moberly Police Department and the North Missouri Drug Task Force into the death of a Moberly resident in January 2022. Through the course of the investigation, it was learned the resident died from an overdose of the drug, fentanyl, which was allegedly supplied by Pool. Pool is currently incarcerated in the Missouri Department of Corrections.
April 5, 2022
IT’S ELECTION DAY – DON’T FORGET TO VOTE!
Today is the April Municipal Election and
PATROL ARREST REPORTS
The Highway Patrol reports 44 year old Earnest L. Nash of
HIGHWAY PATROL DIVERS SEARCHING
Divers spent much of the day Monday searching a northeast
April 4, 2022
A 20 year old
On Saturday, April 2, at approximately 7 p.m. Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the 2600 block of
TROOPERS REPORT SEVERAL ARRESTS SATURDAY
The Highway Patrol reported several arrests involving area residents on Saturday. In
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
03/28/2022
NEW BLOOMFIELD CRASHES AFTER SUFFERING MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Troopers say 74 year old Dennis Helming of New Bloomfield was involved in a crash after suffering a medical emergency at 2PM Saturday afternoon in Callaway County on eastbound County Road 346, just west of Route J. His auto went off the left side of the road, struck the ground and a tree before overturning and then returning to the road where the auto came to rest on the drivers side. Helming was transported to University Hospital in Columbia with moderate injuries.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY CRASH SHUT DOWN BOTH WESTBOUND LANES OF I-70 SATURDAY MORNING
A trucker from Prospect, TN had moderate injuries after a crash involving his big rig happened in Montgomery County at the 165 mile marker of Interstate 70 westbound around 5;22 Saturday morning. The patrol said the driver attempted to avoid a stopped vehicle in the roadway. The driver overcorrected and lost control and the unit overturned and came to rest blocking both westbound lanes
NECAC FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAM SCHEDULED TO END MARCH 31ST
After more than 30 years, the not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) is ending its Family Planning Health Services program March 31. The decision was approved March 22 by the NECAC Board of Directors, and covers NECAC Family Planning clinics in Hannibal, Bowling Green, Warrenton and O’Fallon. The agency is notifying patients, who will be directed to other providers.The program received federal Title X funding from the Missouri Family Health Council, and served more than 1,000 people in 2021. However, funding for services has dropped as the number of clients has decreased substantially over the last few years. Even with efforts to increase revenue, the program has operated in the red – around $75,000 this year. The deficit is being made up from other sources. In addition, the COVID pandemic impacted staffing and client visits. About 30 percent of NECAC’s patients were uninsured and fell below the federal poverty level for 2021. It was noted between the lack of broader Medicaid expansion in Missouri and other state resources, the program was no longer financially viable.The decision means the permanent layoff of three employees. The clinics offered a variety of affordable family planning services to people of all ages, including birth control services and education, pregnancy testing, options counseling, prenatal education, sexually-transmitted disease testing and treatment, Pap smears and Well Women and Well Men exams. The agency also was a Show Me Healthy Women program provider. The NECAC In-Home Senior Health Services and Women, Infants and Children (WIC) programs are not affected, although an unrelated reorganization of In-Home is planned. NECAC’s Family Planning facilities will operate until March 31. NECAC Family planning patients who may need referrals to other providers should call 573-221-3404. Information may also be found at www.mfhc.org.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT HOSTING EVENT APRIL 30TH
On Saturday April 30, 2022, from 11am until 4pm, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office will be hosting their 1st Annual Kick off to Summer Event in honor of Autism and to bring awareness to those in Montgomery County. Everyone is invited to attend this public event which will be located outside the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 211 East Third Street in Montgomery City, Missouri. The Sheriff’s Department is planning street games, bounce houses, food trucks and more. If you are interested in setting up a craft booth, food truck, any other service, or have questions, please contact the Sheriff Office at (573) 564-8084. Again, that date for the Kick off to Summer Event is April 30th
RANDOLPH COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY SHOT
A deputy with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department was shot while attempting to take a suspect into custody early Sunday morning. Corporal Justin Dunn, Missouri State Highway Patrol Public Information & Education Officer said law enforcement officers from both the Moberly Police Department and the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department had responded to the scene of a disturbance in the 600 block of Adams Avenue in Moberly shortly before 2 am. Upon arrival, authorities discovered a woman who was injured and as officers were attempting to take a man into custody he resisted arrest and as authorities worked to subdue the suspect is when the deputy was shot. He was transported to University Hospital in Columbia with serious, not non-life threatening injuries. The suspect was taken into custody and held at the Boone County Jail pending filing of formal charges. The Highway Patrol is conducting the formal investigation regarding the shooting incident.
UNIONVILLE WOMAN KILLED DURING POLICE PURSUIT OF 14 YEAR OLD JUVENILE
A Unionville woman was killed in a head-on crash, just before 9 o’clock Saturday night on 175th Street, one mile west of Unionville. The Highway Patrol said the woman killed was 20 year old Holly Hydom of Unionville who’s SUV was hit head-on by a pickup driven by a 14 year old male of Unionville. Investigators say a Putnam County Sheriff’s Deputy had attempted to pull over the pickup truck for a traffic stop and the juvenile refused to stop and fled. It was during the pursuit the 14 year old crossed the center of 175th Street and collided head-on with the SUV. Hydom was pronounced dead at the scene. The 14 year old had moderate injuries and was taken by ambulance to Putnam County Memorial Hospital for treatment. The case will be turned over to the Putnam County Juvenile Office once the investigation is complete.
TWO TRENTON MEN INDICTED FOR FENTANYL CONSPIRACY
Two Trenton, Missouri, men have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl in Grundy County, Mo., and elsewhere. Troy Lee Palmer, 24, and Dallas W. Hughs, 26, were charged in a six-count indictment returned under seal by a federal grand jury on March 1, 2022. That indictment has been unsealed following the arrests of Palmer and Hughs. Palmer, who was arrested March 23, 2022, remains in federal custody pending a detention hearing on March 28, 2022. Hughs is not eligible for bond as he was already in state custody on separate case. The federal indictment alleges that Palmer and Hughs participated in a conspiracy to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl since Oct. 27, 2020. In addition to the conspiracy, Palmer is charged with one count of possessing fentanyl to distribute in Grundy County on Dec. 8, 2020, and one count of possessing several firearms in furtherance of drug-trafficking crimes. Palmer allegedly possessed a Cricket .22-caliber bolt-action rifle, a Ross .22-caliber rifle, a Ross .410-gauge shotgun, a Ruger 410-gauge shotgun, a Hiawatha 12-gauge shotgun, and a Ruger .223-caliber rifle on Dec. 8, 2020. Hughs is also charged with three counts of distributing fentanyl in Grundy County on separate occasions between Aug. 23 and Sept. 13, 2021. The charges contained in this indictment are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a federal trial jury, whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
This case is being prosecuted by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Maureen Bracket. It was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Grundy County, Mo., Sheriff’s Department, the Trenton, Mo., Police Department, the Northwest Missouri Drug Task Force, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Buchanan County Drug Strike Force, and IRS-Criminal Investigation.
COLUMBIA POLICE INVESTIGATING SHOTS FIRED WITH INJURY IN THE AREA OF HIGHWAY 63 & PARIS ROAD EARLY SATURDAY MORNING
On Saturday, March 26, at approximately 12:05 a.m., Columbia Police were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the area of Highway 63 and Paris Road. Officers arrived and located a male juvenile who had sustained injuries from gunshots. The victim was transported by EMS to a local hospital with serious injuries. There is no suspect information to provide at this time. This is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
SUSPECT APPREHENDED AFTER FLEEING KIRKSVILLE POLICE
This past Friday morning, March 25, 2022, at approximately 8:51 AM, a Kirksville Police Officer attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of South Osteopathy and Normal Streets for a traffic violation. The vehicle made several quick maneuvers and fled from the officer. The vehicle eventually turned westbound on Missouri Street and exited the Kirksville City Limits on Missouri Trail. The officer discontinued attempts to stop the vehicle with emergency lights and siren but continued on the last known path of the suspect vehicle. A short time later that same officer located the suspect vehicle stuck in the mud on Missouri Trail, just prior to Orrick Trail. The officer engaged in a short foot pursuit of the driver before taking him into custody. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Anthony “Andy” Roscoe Clark.Clark was a wanted person with active arrest warrants from Schuyler County for resisting arrest and traffic offense, and the State of Missouri Department of Corrections for a parole violation. New charges relating to Friday mornings events of 03/25/2022 are pending.
AUDIT OF CARROLL COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT UNDERWAY
State Auditor Nicole Galloway announced last week her office has begun an audit of the Carroll County Ambulance District. The ambulance district Board of Directors passed a resolution requesting the audit, after a complaint to the State Auditor's Whistleblower Hotline led to an initial review of the allegations by the Auditor's Public Corruption and Fraud Division. "I appreciate the ambulance district board formally requesting this independent audit, and my office will conduct a thorough review of the district's finances," Auditor Galloway said. "Anyone with information that would be helpful to the audit is encouraged to contact my Whistleblower Hotline, and they can choose to remain anonymous." Individuals who would like to provide information for consideration in this audit may contact the State Auditor's Whistleblower Hotline at moaudit@auditor.mo.gov or by calling 800-347-8597. Concerns may also be submitted anonymously online at auditor.mo.gov/hotline.
SEVERAL DRUG RELATED SEARCH WARRANTS EXECUTED IN HOWARD AND COOPER COUNTY LAST THURSDAY
A news release indicated a large amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, numerous pills, drug paraphernalia and firearms were seized during narcotic search warrant executions on Thursday and 5 people were arrested.
Amanda Thomas, of Boonville, and Robert Sweet, of Columbia, are both facing charges for Delivery of Controlled Substance and Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating Substantial Risk – no sexual contact. Bond is set at $25,000 cash or surety each. manda Naumann, of Boonville, is charged with Possession of Controlled Substance and Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating Substantial Risk – No Sexual Contact. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety. Devyn Ivy, of Boonville – Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety and Nathan Hazlett, of Bunceton,was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Use of Weapon-Subsection 11-Possess Weapon and a Felony Controlled Substance. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety.The East Central Drug Task Force, Cooper County Sheriff’s Office, Howard County Sheriff’s Office, Boonville Police Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Also on Thursday morning, March 24th the Howard County Sheriff’s Office, East Central Missouri Drug Task Force, Fayette Police Department, and Missouri State Highway Patrol executed two drug related search warrants in the 200 block of County Road 342 and the 1000 block of County Road 467.where officers seized a large amount of methamphetamine, a large amount of marijuana, numerous controlled pills and drug paraphernalia. Three persons were charged. Jeffrey Holman, of Boonville, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is set at $20,000 cash only. Benjamin Griffin, of New Franklin, charged with Trafficking Drugs and Possession Of Controlled Substance. Bond is set at no bond. Charges were still pending on the 3rd suspect at last report for possession of a controlled substance
March 24, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PATCHING
Weather permitting, March 28, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
COLUMBIA
On Tuesday March 22 at approximately 9:40 a.m., Columbia Police detectives were attempting to locate 29 year old Jesse L. Jenkins of
FEBRUARY 2022 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
UNEMPLOYMENT
The national unemployment rate decreased from 4.0 percent in January 2022 to 3.8 percent in February 2022.
The state’s not-seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate decreased in February 2022, falling by 0.4 percentage points to 3.7 percent from the January 2022 not-seasonally-adjusted rate of 4.1 percent. The corresponding not-seasonally-adjusted national rate for February 2022 was 4.1 percent.
EMPLOYMENT
March 23, 2022
THIS IS NATIONAL AGRICULTURE WEEK
This week, the Missouri Department of Agriculture celebrates the state’s position nationally in agriculture production.
WALSWORTH IS CELEBRATING ITS 85TH ANNIVERSARY
Walsworth is celebrating its 85th anniversary this year. Walsworth, a top-five book and magazine printer, a catalog printer, and the only family-owned printer of yearbooks was founded in 1937. The company remains under the second and third generation of leadership by the Walsworth family. Walsworth’s corporate office and book printing and binding facility are located in
MDC AND CFM THANK DEER HUNTERS, PROCESSORS AND SPONSORS FOR SHARING THE HARVEST
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) thank the thousands of Missouri deer hunters who donated 242,774 pounds of venison to the state’s Share the Harvest program this past deer season, including 5,053 whole deer. MDC and CFM also thank the participating meat processors throughout the state who grind the donated deer meat into ready-to-use packages, and the many sponsors who financially support the program. Meat-processing fees are covered entirely or in part by numerous local sponsors, along with statewide sponsors that include Shelter Insurance, Bass Pro Shops, Feeding Missouri, and MDC.The donated deer meat goes to local food banks and food pantries to help feed hungry Missourians all around the state. To get Share the Harvest venison, contact local food banks or food pantries. Share the Harvest is coordinated by MDC and CFM and is celebrating 30 years of helping to feed hungry Missourians. Since the program was started in 1992, it has provided nearly 5 million pounds of lean, healthy venison to help feed hungry Missourians, including this past season’s donations.
March 22, 2022
HUMAN REMAINS DISCOVERED WITHIN ROCKY FORK CONSERVATION AREA BELIEVED TO BE THOSE OF WOMAN MISSING SINCE DECEMBER OF 2021
On Sunday, 03/20/2022, at approximately 5:18 pm, a citizen called Boone County Joint Communications to report they had discovered human remains in one of the bodies of water within Rocky Fork Conservation area. Boone County Deputies responded and with the assistance of the Boone County Fire Protection District recovered the body of an adult female, who is believed to be that of Angie Rice. Angie Rice, age 45, was reported missing in December of 2021 and her vehicle was located in a parking area at Rocky Fork Conservation Area on December 31st. Numerous searches of the area have been conducted since Rice was reported missing; however, Rice’s body was not located during those searches. The investigation into the disappearance of Rice and her death is ongoing. Rice’s body has been turned over to the Boone County Medical Examiner’s Office pending an autopsy.
A 21 year old
CALLAWAY
The Callaway County Sheriff’s office issued a news release on Saturday reporting numerous arrests due to Proactive Patrols and Investigations. Those arrested included:
· On March 17, 2022, at 12:25 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies, following-up on an ongoing drug investigation in the
· On March 17, 2022, at 11:31 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road MM area. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Kody Haslag, 26, of New Bloomfield, MO reference a
· On March 17, 2022, at 1:04 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the
· On March 16, 2022, at 5:23 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies attempted to stop Dustin Murray, 28, of
· On March 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a follow-up investigation in the area of State Road HH. During the course of the investigation, Daniel Infield, 31, of
· On March 15, 2022, at 7:50 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the
· On March 11, 2022, at 12:41 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a disturbance involving weapons in the area of County Road 207. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Chance Williams, 28, of
· On March 9, 2022, at 2:43 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the
· On March 5, 2022, at 3:50 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy followed-up on a stealing investigation in the Tebbetts area. As a result; Levi Land, 25, of Holts Summit, MO was arrested for Stealing, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later released with summons for Court appearance. The Holts Summit Police Department assisted with the follow-up investigation.
· On March 3, 2022, at 1:45 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Luke Jerozal, 37, of
· On March 1, 2022, at 2:33 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road NN area. During the course of the patrol, the deputy stopped William Salmons, 36, of
· On February 28, 2022, at 3:48 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a disturbance involving weapons in the State Road NN area. During the course of the investigation, Taylor Newman, 24, of
· On February 27, 2022, at 5:29 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road D area. During the course of the investigation, Robert Sewell, 40, of
· On February 26, 2022, at 10:00 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of State Road WW. During the course of the investigation; Justina Valente-Chula, 38, of
· On February 25, 2022, at 3:22 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy conducted an investigation in the
March 21, 2022
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BOONVILLE MAN BADLY INJURED IN EXPLOSION OF HOMEMADE EXPLOSIVE DEVICE
This past Thursday morning, 03/17/2022 at about 7:20 AM Boonville Police officers along with Cooper County Ambulance and Boonville Fire Department first responders, responded to a residence in the 900 block of Ravenel Street, for a 911 call about a patient with a badly bleeding cut to the hand. The police officers were the first to arrive at the residence where they discovered 43 year old Ryan Brooks had suffered serious injury to his hand and abdomen. While a police officer performed first aid, Ryan Brooks told the officer his injuries were caused by a “firecracker” which he made himself. Ryan Brooks was transported from the scene by ambulance to a hospital. An investigation ensued and officers learned that Ryan Brooks accidentally detonated a homemade explosive device inside the basement of the house while he was in the process of making the device. Officers seized from the home precursor chemicals and other paraphernalia used in the manufacturing of improvised explosive devices as well as methamphetamine and associated drug paraphernalia. Officers from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and Federal Bureau of Investigation assisted in the investigation.
… Six Armed Robberies in
A Columbia, Missouri, man and a Moberly, Mo., woman have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a conspiracy to commit armed robbery at four business and two banks in six different cities. Drake Adam Stockton-Kenney, 30, and Mary Catherine Sumter, 28, were charged in an eight-count indictment returned under seal on Wednesday, March 16, by a federal grand jury in
Weekend Report- March 19-20, 2022
MAN HURT IN EARLY FRIDAY MORNING WRECK
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DRIVER INJURED IN
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DOG CAUSES AUTOMOBILE CRASH IN
A dog running in the road caused an automobile crash Saturday morning in
March 17, 2022
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
WOMAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A Martinsburg woman was injured in an accident that occurred at around 6:15pm Wednesday in
MONTGOMERY
· On March 5, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of Hoot Owl Holler road and observed a vehicle being operated recklessly on the roadway. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle. Through the course of the stop, deputies discovered the driver’s driving privileges had been revoked and he had five prior convictions of driving while revoked. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Driving While Revoked.
· On March 5, 2022, Deputies responded to the
· On March 10, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of
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· 911 Accidental – Unknown
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· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· C & I – I 70
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
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· Violation Exparte / Full Order –
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· Alarm – High Hill
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Suspicious Activity – McKittrick
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· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Fire – New
· Fire – Hermann
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· Public Service Request – O’Fallon
· Motorist Assist – New
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· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
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· Domestic – New
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· 911 Open Line – Wellsville
· Stealing – New
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· 911 Accidental – High hill
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· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Property Damage – New
· Suspicious Activity –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
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· Pedestrian Check – New
· Medical – Wellsville
· Medical – New
· Motorist Assist – New
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· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Suspicious Person – Unknown
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March 16, 2022
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and other area law enforcement organizations are teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to spread the message about the dangers of drunk driving. Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. This means that if you plan to drink, it’s essential that you plan ahead for a sober ride home. Remember: A sober driver is one who hasn’t had any alcohol. Even one drink can be one too many. St. Patrick’s Day is tomorrow, March 17, 2022 and traditionally is one of the biggest drinking nights of the year, and this, unfortunately, means more drunk drivers on the roads. We understand people are looking for a reason to celebrate, and we want everyone to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day, but we also want to impress upon everyone the importance of safe driving. Make the right choice, plan for a sober driver to give you and your friends a ride home. Before you put your keys in the ignition, remind yourself: “Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.” The DWI Enforcement Campaign officially runs from March 16th through 20th, 2022.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
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March 15, 2022
FIRE DAMAGES
Firefighters from Columbia were dispatched to a duplex on Godas Circle close the Lake of the Woods exit off of Interstate 70 around 1:3O PM. Initial reports from the Columbia Fire Department say the fire appears to have originated in the basement area located on the back side of the building and from there flames went up to the main level of the 2 family home. Family members and their pets were able to get out safely and no injuries were reported. As a result of the damage, 2 families are now looking for another place to live. The investigation as to the cause of the blasé is underway.
Columbia Fire Department personnel battled a residential structure fire early Sunday morning. The call came in at 12:30 am regarding a garage fire in the 4600 block of
The Special Olympics Missouri State Basketball Competition will bring more than 1,000 athletes and Unified Partners from across the state to
March 14, 2022
At approximately 3:13 a.m. on Sunday, March 13,
This is an ongoing investigation. There are no further details to provide at this time. If you know something, say something. If anyone has any information, they are encouraged to contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
Troopers say a
Weekend Report- March 12-13, 2022
WOMAN HURT IN FRIDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Friday morning in
TEENS INJURED IN
Two teens from
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03/10/2022
SLOW MOVING SYSTEM TO BRING ACCUMULATING SNOW THURSDAY & FRIDAY
The first day of spring is less than two weeks away, but don’t say goodbye to winter just yet. The Missouri Department of Transportation urges drivers to be aware of changing road conditions both where you are and where you are going. Most forecast models show the entire state being impacted by varying amounts of accumulation and less-than-perfect road conditions. The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill said the snow that began overnight across Western and Northwestern Missouri will continue to spread eastward through the morning hours and will come to an end from northwest to southeast late Thursday night into Friday morning. Parts of Kansas City, northwards to the Bethany area, then east towards Trenton and Milan, then back to the southwest to include the Brookfield, Chillicothe, Carrollton and Lexington areas and back to the Kansas City metro is where the heaviest snowfall is expected with anywhere from 4” to 7” by the time it ends. 3” to 6” are forecast along the Missouri/Iowa border, Kirksville, Macon, Moberly, Edina, Shelbyville, Salisbury, Boonville, Marshall, Sedalia, Warsaw and back to Butler are in the 2” to 6” range, Columbia and Jefferson City and areas further to the east including Monroe City, Montgomery City, Hermann and the like are in the in the 1” to 3” range. All of the listening areas served by the Best Broadcast Group are under either a Winter Storm Warning or a Winter Weather Advisory through Friday morning and we can expect periods of no snow, periods of just flurries and periods of moderate to heavy snowfall. The snow will come to an end from northwest to southeast late Thursday night into Friday morning but between now and then expect very hazardous travel conditions. MoDOT crews will be working around-the-clock and will continue until roads are in mostly clear condition. Please slow down and be cautious of road crews and emergency vehicles and give them room to work. Check current
SNOW RELATED CLOSINGS AND CANCELLATIONS EXPECTED THROUGHOUT THE PERIOD
With the snow slowly spreading across the area, you can expect a number of school closings and other weather related announcements between now and the time it ends. As usual we will be using our resources to keep you up to date on-the-air and on-line so make sure you keep listening and check our cancellations page on the station website.
03/09/2022
FIRE DAMAGES MEXICO HOME MONDAY
On Monday Afternoon around 12:37PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to a fire on
STATEWIDE INITIATIVES PLANNED THIS MONTH TO MAKE ROADWAYS SAFER.
The
CITY OF
03/08/2022
STATEWIDE TORNADO DRILL SCHEDULED FOR TODAY
The Statewide Tornado Drill is scheduled for this morning at 10 AM. It’s all part of Severe Weather Awareness Week underway all week long.
Columbia Police arrested Tyler Jacob Matthews, 21, of
This is an ongoing investigation being handled by the department’s Criminal Investigations Division. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
DED RELEASES REQUEST FOR INFORMATION TO ASSESS NEEDS FOR ARPA-FUNDED PROJECTS STATEWIDE
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) introduced a Request for Information (RFI) that will assess the need for potential projects utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The RFI is a brief, online form that will assist DED in crafting grant guidelines, help determine funding allocations, and support
Full details are provided in the RFI form, including descriptions of prospective grant programs, such as Community Revitalization,
DED plans to allocate ARPA funds for several grant programs supporting a wide range of priority areas, including businesses, nonprofits, community development, broadband, and more. Citizen feedback is critical to ensuring programs have the highest impact possible for Missourians. Entities eligible to complete the RFI include businesses, nonprofits, local governments, cellular carriers, libraries, education institutions, and more.
For more on DED initiatives involving ARPA funding, visit ded.mo.gov/arpa
03/07/2022
PROPERTY DAMAGE IN NEW
The New Florence Police Department is asking for your help in identifying a vehicle and driver, who is a person of interest, in a Property Damage Investigation. The property damage occurred on March 3, 2022, around 10:30 am at Hinkle Storage in New Florence, Mo. Further information was that the owner of Hinkle Storage pulled into the parking lot just as the suspect had finished cutting locks off of three storage units. The suspect was described as a white female in her 30's. The suspect fled the scene driving a, gray in color, late model Chevy pick-up truck, with a large dent on the driver's side bed. The suspect vehicle did not have any license plates attached to it. If you have any information that could help with solving this case, please contact Communications at 573-564-3378 and ask to speak with a New Florence Officer. A picture of the vehicle is posted on the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department Facebook page.
THIRD JUVENILE DETAINED IN
The Columbia Police Department issued a news release on Friday indicating
a third 16-year-old male juvenile of Columbia has been detained by the Peoria, IL Police Department for his involvement in the homicide that occurred at a residence in the 1800 block of McKee Street on Feb. 19th. The juvenile was detained for the charges of first-degree murder, assault and armed criminal action and is in the custody of juvenile authorities in
The Highway Patrol says a Mexico man is facing several charges after trying to flee from troopers during a traffic stop Wednesday night on US 54 in Audrain County near Audrain Road 844. David L Fuget, Jr has been charged with driving while revoked, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and failing to wear a seatbelt. According to the report the patrol had stopped a vehicle on Highway 54. That’s when the passenger ran off into a wooded area with an unknown object. The Audrain County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit assisted in locating the suspect in a field. Authorities also found a small case containing marijuana and methamphetamine. The subject remains in the
Weekend Report- 03/05-03/06/2022
ONE KILLED, ANOTHER INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
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LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
03/03/2022
FATAL WRECK IN
A fatal crash happened in Montgomery County Tuesday night. Troopers said 30 year old Cameron Turner of
130 MPH VEHICLE PURSUIT ENDS WHEN SUSPECT CRASHES INTO
On March 1, 2022, at 11:44 PM, Callaway County Sheriff’s deputies were notified of a vehicle pursuit, on US Highway 54, near the south
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control arrested Patrick M. Lockett, 38, of
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
. . . From the Best Broadcast Group Newsroom
March 1, 2022
KITCHEN FIRE EXTENGUISHED IN MEXICO SATURDAY
On Saturday, February 26, 2022 at approximately 11:01AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to Rock Springs Drive in reference to a fire in the kitchen of a home. Responding personnel found fire on a stovetop and the immediate area around it. The fire was contained and extinguished in that area. The cabinetry around the stove suffered moderate fire damage but the rest of the home not damaged. The resident stated she was heating a pan on the stove to begin cooking then stepped away for a short time. She then realized there was a fire in the kitchen and called MPSD. There were no injuries from the incident.
CARROLLTON MAN KILLED WHEN HIS PICKUP GOES OFF ROADWAY AND OVERTUNES INTO POND
A Carrollton man died this past Friday morning around 10:30 am in a single vehicle crash in Adair County. The patrol said 72 year old Gerald L. Craig was northbound on Highway 11 about 7 miles southwest of Kirksville when his pickup ran off the right side of the roadway and overturned into a pond. He was pronounced dead at the scene of that crash.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
Incidents, Arrests and MORE …
Incident Reports:
LCSO has completed an investigation on alleged child abuse from September 2021 where we received information of the alleged crime in February 2022. We have forwarded that information to the prosecuting attorney for consideration.
February 26 LCSO at 11:30 p.m. a deputy stopped a vehicle on U.S. 65 and U.S. 36 for no headlights. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Jordan Tyler Stewart-Humphrey, 23, Hale for alleged Driving While Intoxicated-Prior Offender, Driving While Revoked and No Auto Insurance. Suspect was processed and cited at the Law Enforcement Center.
February 27 around noon LCSO was dispatched to an address in Wheeling as family returned home and found a relative deceased. Preliminary investigation strongly suggests suicide. A Deputy Coroner was summoned to the scene. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the family and friends.
February 28 about 12: a.m. LCSO responded to an address in Wheeling regarding a physical altercation between parent and child. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Traci Jo Jones, 40, Wheeling for alleged Domestic Assault-3rd degree and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Ms. Jones was transported to Daviess Dekalb Regional Jail pending warrant.
Most Wanted Updates:
Arrested February 12:
Christopher M. Rader, 42, by Boone County authorities on Livingston County arrest warrants for alleged case 21LV-CR00628 class D felony Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and class E felony Tampering with Physical Evidence in Felony Prosecution. Case #19LV-CR00716-01 for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Mr. Rader will be extradited at earliest opportunity.
Added February 15:
Daquan O. Pierce, 27, Chicago, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for Alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Illegal Use of a Card Scanner and class B misdemeanor Excessive Speed 26 or more over speed limit. Bond denied on case #19DV-CR00144-02. Warrant shows alleged probation violation includes #1 Laws violation, failed to report all arrests to Probation and Parole Office, Condition #7 Weapons, by committing the offenses of Possession of a Firearm with Defaced Serial Number and Resisting Arrest. LCSO Jail Management Records shows Mr. Pierce was incarcerated on this warrant September 18 through October 08, 2020 and was released on bond.
Arrested February 22:
Brandon Gage Gentile, 18, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 21LV-CR00391-01 for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Tampering with Motor Vehicle-1st degree and class D felony Burglary-2nd degree. Bond set at $20,000.
Craig Herbert Wilson, 20, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 22LV-CR00062 for alleged class E felony Failure to Appear. Bond set at $2,500.
Christopher Eugene Moss, 29, Breckenridge, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 22LV- CR00063 for alleged class E felony Failure to Appear. Bond set at $2,500.
Added February 23:
Jamie Dawn Hughes, 32, Norborne, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 21LV-CR00345-01 for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $20,000.
Added February 28:
Tiffany Latouria Midgyett, 32, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Failure to Obey Judge's Order on original class D felony Tampering with a Motor Vehicle-1st degree.
Joseph Brett Murphy, 39, Lexington, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class E felony Driving While Revoked/Suspended.
Other Arrests:
February 14 LCSO served a civil warrant/commitment on Kevin Daniel Sullivan, 33, Chillicothe from the Circuit Court. Mr. Sullivan was taken to the Chariton County Jail and later posted the required bond and was released.
February 15 at 8:06 a.m. a deputy made a vehicle stop for expired September 2021 registration. The stop resulted in the arrest of Shawn Troy Fisher-Graves, 51, Chillicothe, for alleged Driving While Suspended and Failure to Register Motor Vehicle. Mr. Graves was processed at the Law Enforcement Center and released on summons to appear in court March 16.
On February 19 about 12:01 a.m. a deputy stopped a vehicle for 88 in a 60 on U.S. 65 near LIV 216. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Terrence Raymond Feeney, 60, Chillicothe for alleged Driving While Intoxicated and Speeding. Mr. Feeney was processed at the Law Enforcement Center and released on summons to appear in court March 30. February 23 LCSO arrested Jesse J. Deshazier, 41, Chillicothe, on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class C felony Delivery of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $5,000. Mr. Deshazier was processed and posted bond at the Law Enforcement Center.
February 23 about 11:00 a.m. LCSO served a Clinton County arrest warrant in Dawn on Lacey Leanne Stith, 36, Dawn, wanted for alleged Failure to Obey a Judge's Order on original class B misdemeanor Failure to Register Motor Vehicle and class D misdemeanor No Auto Insurance. Ms. Lacey was transferred to DDRJ in lieu of $1,000 bond.
Citations:
February 11 at 4:14 p.m. a Breckenridge driver was cited for 65 in a 45 on Old Highway 190.
February 13 at 4:45 a Kansas driver was cited for 83 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Utica.
February 21 at 12:43 p.m. a Tarkio driver was cited for 85 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Wheeling Junction.
February 22 at 3:08 p.m. a Maryland driver was issued a citation for 87 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Wheeling.
February 23 at 9:57 a.m. a Chicago driver was cited for 99 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville Junction.
February 27 at 9:15 a.m. a New Mexico driver was cited for 83 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville.
February 27 at 9:33 a.m. a Kansas City driver was cited for 80 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville.
February 27 at 9:45 p.m. a Liberty driver was cited for no auto insurance on U.S. 36 at LIV 261.
February 27 at 10:00 p.m. a Topeka driver was cited for 80 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at LIV 261.
Additional Information:
February 10 LCSO extradited Joshua Steven Knouse, 33, from Randolph County Sheriff on Livingston County arrest warrants for alleged Failure to Obey Judges Order on original Domestic Assault, Failure to Appear in Court and Failure to Register a Motor Vehicle. Mr. Knouse was transferred to Daviess Dekalb Regional Jail in lieu of bond.
February 23 LCSO extradited Shelby Marie Barnett, 26, from the Clay County Sheriff on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Failure to Obey a Judge's Order on Domestic Assault-4th degree. Ms. Barnett was transferred to DDRJ in lieu of $10,000 bond.
February 25 LCSO extradited Trenell Beard, 49, from the Missouri Department of Corrections on warrant from Livingston County on alleged 2 felony counts of Possession of Controlled Substance. Mr. Beard was transferred to DDRJ in lieu of bond.
LCSO has remained busy working on several investigations including on-going death investigations.
In 2021 the LCSO spent $27,861.75 on fuel for patrol vehicles. The sheriff had contracted 1,000 gallons of fuel per month with MFA for $1.89 per gallon. The LCSO ended up using roughly 1,050 galls on fuel per month with MFA. Some fuel had to be purchased at market value and some was purchased elsewhere on extraditions and training.
Recent LCSO Poll asked if convicted sex offenders should be required to register with the county sheriff in Missouri for life? Results shows 77.8% said Yes, 14.4% said No, 6.7% said I Don't Know and the remainder had No Opinion.
Currently the LCSO has 52 detainees in custody.
25 ARRESTED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY FOR FELONY OFFENSES AS A DIRECT RESULT OF DEPUTY PATROLS AND INVESTIGATIONS
02/27/2022
Harley Mantle, 39, of Fulton, MO
On February 22, 2022, at 3:10 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the Kingdom City area. During the course of the patrol, the deputy located Harley Mantle, 39, of Fulton, MO. Mantle was wanted reference a Missouri Department of Corrections felony probation violation warrant. Mantle was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody without bond, pending further Court action.
Jerry Friend, 39, of Fulton, MO
On February 22, 2022, at 12:26 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road O area. During the course of the investigation, deputies contacted Jerry Friend, 39, of Fulton, MO. Friend was wanted reference a felony Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) warrant for state parole violations. Friend was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to MDOC custody.
Cassandra Albright, 25, of Fulton, MO
On February 21, 2022, at 3:35 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 220. During the course of the investigation, methamphetamine was located. Cassandra Albright, 25, of Kingdom City, MO was arrested. Albright was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Albright remains in-custody pending bond post.
Matthew Hoppe, 47, of Columbia, MO
On February 21, 2022, at 1:26 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies were notified of a vehicle pursuit along eastbound Interstate 70 from Columbia, involving the Boone County Sheriff's Office. Near the Interstate 70 - State Road M/HH interchange west of Kingdom City, Callaway County deputies became involved. The pursuit ultimately traveled northbound on State Road M, east on State Road E, and then north onto County Road 245. Near County Road 2002, Callaway County deputies assumed primary lead in the pursuit. Ultimately, the pursuit entered Audrain County and traveled several county roads. The vehicle ultimately crashed and the driver, identified as Matthew Hoppe, 47, of Columbia, MO fled on foot. With the assistance of a Callaway County Sheriff's Office K9 unit (K9 IRO) and a Callaway County Sheriff's Office UAS (drone) operator, Hoppe was located hiding in a field. Hoppe was taken into custody and released to the custody of Boone County Sheriff's Office deputies.
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On February 15, 2022, at 8:44 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies, in conjunction with the MUSTANG drug task force and CCSO Special Response Team, executed a drug related search warrant in the 900 block of South Summit Drive near Holts Summit. The search warrant had been obtained as the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office felony drug investigation. Subsequently, methamphetamine and other felony level drugs were located. Sunshine Scott, 44, of Holts Summit, MO and Isaac Carey, 43, of Holts Summit, MO were arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Both later posted bond at the Callaway County Jail.
Daryl Lincoln, 66, of O'Fallon, MO
On February 15, 2022, at 9:45 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Daryl Lincoln Sr., 66, of O'Fallon, MO for (felony) Stalking 1st. The arrest was the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office investigation in the Williamsburg and Fulton areas. Lincoln later posted bond at the Callaway County Jail.
Christopher Campbell, 29, of Jefferson City, MO
On February 15, 2022, at 12:37 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a burglary offense in the State Road OO area near Holts Summit. As a result of the investigation; Christopher Campbell, 29, of Jefferson City, MO was arrested for (felony) Burglary. Campbell later posted bond at the Callaway County Jail. The Cole County Sheriff's Office assisted with the investigation.
Aaron Raps, 32, of Holts Summit, MO
On February 14, 2022, at 9:58 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies followed-up on a criminal investigation in the Holts Summit area. During the course of the investigation; Aaron Raps, 32, of Holts Summit, MO was arrested for (felony) Assault and Felony Tampering with a Victim/Witness. Raps was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail where he remains in-custody, without bond, pending later Court bond review and setting.
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On February 14, 2022, at 12:06 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigation a vehicle theft offense in the area of State Road NN. During the course of the investigation; Thomas Seay, 34, of Fulton, MO; Tiffany Littrell, 31, of Fulton, MO; and a 17 year old juvenile were arrested for Stealing a Motor Vehicle. Seay remains in-custody at the Callaway County Jail without bond, pending later Court bond review and setting. Littrell posted bond. The juvenile was relinquished to the custody of 13th Circuit Juvenile Office authorities.
Charlie Walters, 44, of California, MO
On February 11, 2022, at 1:44 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road J area near New Bloomfield. During the course of the proactive patrol, the deputy spotted a vehicle associated with Charlie Walters, 44, of California, MO. Walters was wanted reference numerous Cole County and Moniteau County felony warrants for offenses including; but not limited to: Stealing, Escape, Possession of a Controlled Substance and Resisting Arrest. The vehicle was stopped, resulting in Walters being located and arrested. Walters was transported to the Cole County Jail.
Holli Burgess, 52, of Fulton, MO
On February 11, 2022, at 6:12 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies, in conjunction with the MUSTANG drug task force, the CCSO Special Response Team and the Fulton Police Department, executed a drug related search warrant in the 900 block of East Avenue in Fulton. The search warrant had been obtained as the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office felony drug investigation. Subsequently, methamphetamine was located. Holli Burgess, 52, of Fulton, MO was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later posted bond.
Eugene Vlad, 31, of Fulton, MO
On February 10, 2022, at 8:52 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Eugene Vlad, 31, of Fulton, MO for the felony offenses of Rape and Sodomy. The arrest was the result of an ongoing investigation in the Millersburg and Fulton area. Vlad was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later posted bond.
Carol Birky-Stewart, 58, of Fulton, MO
On February 8, 2022, at 11:14 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office K9 unit was proactively patrolling State Road F. During the course of the proactive patrol; Carol Birky-Stewart, 58, of Fulton, MO was stopped for a traffic violation. Subsequently, Birky-Stewart was arrested for Felony Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Birky-Stewart was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released with summons for Court appearance.
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On February 7, 2022, at 10:34 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a stealing investigation (involving the theft of catalytic converters from vehicles) in the State Road HH area. As a result of the investigation; Jason Stack, 45, of Fulton, MO was arrested for Felony Stealing and Felony Property Damage. Timothy Johnson, 46, of Williamsburg, MO was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Both were booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released upon bond posting.
Dylan McGrath, 24, of Columbia, MO
On February 6, 2022, at 7:17 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation near Old Highway 40, adjacent to the Boone County line. During the course of the investigation, methamphetamine was discovered. Dylan McGrath, 24, of Columbia, MO was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, in addition to an outstanding Callaway County warrant. McGrath remains in-custody at the Callaway County Jail pending bond post.
Latasia Cowans, 36, of Fulton, MO
On February 4, 2022, at 3:53 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road O area. During the course of the proactive patrol, the deputy stopped Latasia Cowans, 36, of Fulton, MO for a traffic violation. Methamphetamine was subsequently discovered. Cowans was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later posted bond.
Thomas Todd, 38, of Kingdom City, MO
On February 1, 2022, at 9:44 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a residential burglary offense, including the theft of a motor vehicle and firearms, in the County Road 405 area. As the result of a subsequent criminal investigation; Thomas (Tommy) Todd, 38, of Kingdom City, MO was arrested for the felony offenses of Burglary, Tampering with a Motor Vehicle, Stealing, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Todd later posted bond.
Terrance Smith, 40, of Fulton, MO
On January 31, 2022, at 3:51 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Gold Road, Kingdom City. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Terrance Smith, 40, of Fulton, MO reference numerous felony warrants; namely, a Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) warrant for state parole violation, a Callaway County warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance, and a Clay County warrant for Non-Support. Additionally, Smith was arrested for a felony stealing offense at a local Kingdom City business. Smith was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to the custody of MDOC.
Phillip Ward, 46, of Kingdom City, MO
On January 31, 2022, at 11:06 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Gold Road, Kingdom City. During the course of the investigation, deputies located Phillip Ward, 46, of Kingdom City, MO. Ward was wanted reference a Callaway County warrant for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Ward was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later posted bond.
Lauren Conatser, 27, of Columbia, MO
On January 30, 2022, at 7:58 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a felony stealing investigation in the Mokane area. As a result of the investigation; Lauren Conatser, 27, of Columbia, MO was arrested for Felony Stealing. Conatser was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released with summons for Court appearance.
Janine Trubiano, 55, of Kingdom City, MO
On January 29, 2022, at 5:09 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the 5000 block of Jade Road. During the proactive patrol; Janine Trubiano, 55, of Kingdom City, MO was stopped for a traffic violation. Methamphetamine was subsequently discovered. Trubiano was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later released with summons for Court appearance.
*** The Callaway County Sheriff and his staff continue to work with other law enforcement agencies and community partners to curb criminal activity throughout the county. Citizens are reminded they can anonymously report criminal activity to Crimestopper's at 573-592-2474 or online at www.callawaysheriff.org. ***
CONGRATULATIONS TO WRIGHT FUNERAL HOME ON 75 YEARS OF SERVICE
Wright Funeral Home in Brookfield is celebrating 75 years of service to Linn County families. It came into being in 1947 when Harold and Elizabeth Wright purchased Rusk Funeral Home which had originated in Brookfield in 1888. In 1960, another partner in the business came on board and Brother’s Funeral Homes in Laclede, Linneus and Meadville were acquired. By 1976 there were 6 locations in the area including Brookfield, Linneus, Laclede, Meadville, Browning and Milan. In 1995, Hill Funeral Home merged with Wright Funeral Home and Wright Baker Hill Funeral Home opened at the current location. Various family members and others have worked in the business over the years. On January 1st, 2018 another change came about when the Wright family consisting of Robin and Linda (Wright) Black, Patricia Wright, an Jim and Julie Wright purchased the remaining interest in the partnership and changed the name back to Wright Funeral Home which is the name that was used when it all started 75 years ago. Congratulations to the Wright family at Wright Funeral Home in Brookfield and thank you for 75 years of dedication to the families of Linn and surrounding counties.
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02/28/2022
STOLEN FIREARM RECOVERED BY FULTON POLICE AFTER TRAFFIC STOP
During the early morning hours on Sunday, 02/27/2022, Officers of the Fulton Police Department were proactively patrolling the area of Hospital Drive and State Road F and around 1:22 am conducted a stop of a vehicle for a traffic violation. During the course of the stop a probable cause search of the vehicle revealed multiple firearms and marijuana. One of the firearms was reported stolen in Memphis TN. The driver of the vehicle, 25 year old Richard Broadnax of Memphis, TN fled on foot from officers and was taken into custody after a foot chase. A passenger of the vehicle, 18 year old Randy Robinson, also of Memphis, TN was taken into custody for possession of a stolen firearm. Both subjects were processed and transported to the Callaway County Jail pending bond.
SECOND SUSPECT ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH SHOTS FIRED INCIDENT ON TALON DRIVE 02/16/2022 AND NUMEROUS OTHER CHARGES
Columbia Police have arrested Timothy S. Ellis, 35, of Columbia, for first degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon for his involvement in the shots fired incident on Talon Drive on February 16th and has also been charged with several other felony’s related to an attempted traffic stop of Ellis on Friday, 2/25/2022. Those additional charges included a felon in possession of a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon, resisting arrest, trafficking narcotics, and distribution of narcotics. Those charges came about when Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop at approximately 2:30 pm Friday in the area of Paris and Mexico Gravel Roads as there was an arrest warrant for Ellis relating to the shots fired with injury incident in the 600 block of Talon Drive. Ellis initially stopped his vehicle but then fled at a high rate of speed, traveling north on Brown Station Road, when he collided with a vehicle occupied by a driver and passenger in the 3300 block of Brown Station Road. After the collision, Ellis exited his vehicle and discharged a firearm, striking himself in the leg, but continued to flee on foot. Officers were able to apprehend him a short distance away and began providing medical care until EMS arrived. He was transported to a local hospital where he was put in emergency surgery for his gunshot wound. The occupants of the vehicle Ellis struck were transported to a local hospital. They were considered to be in stable condition when transported from the scene by EMS. Adrian Eugene Bradshaw, Jr., 31, of Kansas City, MO was the first suspect arrested for assault, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and possession of narcotics in connection to the Talon Drive shots fired incident.
KNOX CITY HOME DISTROYED BY FIRE EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
Area firefighters responded to a fire at 302 East Edina Street in Knox City at around 1:30 a.m. Sunday morning. KTVO and KTVO dot com reported that the homeowner said his 4-year old niece was awake watching television when the power went out and the room filled with smoke. The 4-year-old then woke up the family, allowing them to evacuate in time. The homeowner attempted to put out the fire, but was unsuccessful. Knox City Rural Fire Department Chief Todd Goodwin reported that there were no injuries. Chief Goodwin said that the home was a total loss. The Edina Sentinel reported that the homeowner thinks the fire started near a wood-burning stove, but according to Chief Goodwin the cause of the fire was electrical. Firefighters from Knox City, Edina, and LaBelle responded.
BROOKFIELD DRIVER INJURED IN SUNDAY CRASH
The Highway Patrol said a Brookfield resident, 65 year old Norman L. Duncan received minor injuries in a single vehicle crash Sunday morning around 11 am on MO 11, 3 miles east of Brookfield. According to the report, Duncan was southbound when his vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway and down an embankment. The vehicle then struck a tree and overturned. Duncan was transported by Linn County Ambulance to Pershing Hospital in Brookfield for treatment. The Brookfield Police and Fire Departments assisted at the scene.
TEEN KILLED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Ballwin teen was killed in an accident that occurred at around 1am Friday in Callaway County. The patrol says that 18 year old Justin Tognozzi was westbound on I-70 when he lost control on the ice-covered roadway and struck a freightliner which was stopped due to a previous crash which was blocking the road. The teen was pronounced dead at the scene.
MAN INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
Another crash happened Friday morning in Callaway County due to the ice-covered road as 20 year old Aidan Harley of Mexico was on Route E when he lost control of his car and it traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree. He sustained minor injuries in the crash.
Weekend Report- February 26-27, 2022
TEEN KILLED IN CALLAWAY
A Ballwin teen was killed in an accident that occurred at around 1am Friday in
MAN INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
Another crash happened Friday morning in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle wreck Saturday night in
February 23, 2022
WINTER WEATHER RETURNS – MOTORISTS WARNED TO WATCH OUT FOR ICE AND SNOW
A mixed bag of wintry precipitation will move into
MORE ON
We told you yesterday about the Highway Patrol making a felony drug arrest in
Columbia Police have detained a 16-year-old male juvenile of
February 22, 2022
HIGHWAY PATROL MAKES TWO ARRESTS IN
The Patrol made two arrests in
TWO AREA RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN BOONE
The highway patrol said two area residents were involved in a
COLDER AIR MOVING BACK INTO REGION -
As much colder air is moving into the region and will be impacting the area through Friday, the National Weather Service is forecasting overnight low temperatures below 25 degrees Fahrenheit from Tuesday, Feb. 22, to Friday, Feb. 25, the City of Columbia will open a temporary overnight warming center once again at Wabash Bus Station, 126 N. 10th St., each night from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. The overnight warming center will serve as a resource for individuals unable or unwilling to access local emergency shelter services. Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services coordinates a network of warming and cooling centers in the community during extreme temperatures. There are several locations in
CoMo.gov/Health/Human-Services/Warming-and-Cooling-Centers
February 21, 2022
THREE SHOT IN
On Saturday, Feb. 19 at approximately 12:40 a.m., Columbia Police officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 1800 block of
Columbia Police have arrested Leon Aldemar Francois White, 41, of
Weekend Report- February 19-20, 2022
DRIVER HURT IN
A driver was hurt in an accident that occurred at 6:55pm Saturday in
MAN INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A St. Peters man was injured in a Saturday afternoon crash in
February 15, 2022
ANOTHER MILD DAY BUT WINTERY WEATHER EXPECTED BY MIDWEEK
The National Weather Service says another mild day is on tap for the entire area today with rain starting on Wednesday and by overnight Wednesday into Thursday, the rain may transition to freezing rain, sleet and a combination of sleet and snow, with heavy amounts at times.
What We Know
● Widespread rain is expected Wednesday
● A strong cold front will move south after rain starts
● Rain changes to a mix and then to snow late Wed - Thursday. Gusty winds expected.
What We Don’t Know
● Precise timing of the liquid to frozen transition
● Precise snow and ice amounts and locations
What To Do
● Monitor the latest forecast for updates
● Plan for potential wintry conditions Thursday
Keep it here and we will keep you posted on the latest weather information.
Due to the National Weather Service forecasting overnight low temperatures below 25 degrees Fahrenheit on the nights of Wednesday, Feb. 16, and Thursday, Feb. 17, the City of
· Wabash Bus Station will be open during the daytime hours as a warming center Monday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. as part of the City's network of warming centers.
· The City will be contracting with a private security company to staff the
February 14, 2022
SUSPECT DEAD AFTER BEING SHOT BY BOONE
On Sunday, 2/13/2022, at approximately 10:28 am, a deputy with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office was east of
MORE INFORMATION ON HIT AND RUN ON I-70 THAT KILLED PEDISTRIAN
The highway patrol’s crash report on the deadly hit and run near
MEXICO PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATES BURGLARY AND MAKES QUICK ARREST
On Friday, February 4, 2022, at approximately 9:57 PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1600 block of
February 10, 2022
PEDESTRIAN HIT AND KILLED NEAR
The highway patrol said a pedestrian was struck and killed on Interstate 70 Wednesday morning in the
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE ON FEBRUARY 2022 HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Friday, February 11, 2022, in observance of
Monday, February 21, 2022, in observance of Washington's birthday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
February 9, 2022
Columbia Police have learned of several telephone scams where the caller identifies as a representative from Amazon. The caller asks you to load a gift card with cash and provide the caller with the gift card number.
Citizens should remain alert. If you get a call like this; hang up and immediately contact your local law enforcement agency. You should NEVER give out any personal or financial information such as credit card numbers and expiration dates, bank account numbers, dates of birth or social security numbers to any unsolicited callers.
SHANE CAVANAH: August 2, 1941 - February 8, 2022
A well known and respected educator and area football coach, 80 year old Shane Cavanah passed away at his home on Tuesday. As noted during his induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2012, Shane was named as Head Coach at Knox County in 1965, inheriting a team with only 23 players, Shane Cavanah has compiled a career coaching record of 255-119-3 by the time of his induction in 2012, and was the Head Coach of the first ever Class One State Champions while at Princeton in 1968. Cavanah also coached two State Runner-ups in 1975 while at
THIRD PERSON CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO DECEMBER MASS SHOOTING IN
A third person is now facing charges in connection to the December Mass Shooting in Kirksville as the sister of one of the murder suspects has been charged with hindering prosecution. KTVO and KTVO dot com is reporting that Eden Lean Marie Tracy, 21, of Kirksville was charged on Friday with a felony for hindering prosecution as she’s accused of providing her brother, Anquan Glover, 22, of Kirksville, a ride to Kansas City, just minutes after the fatal December 30th shooting on West Dodson Street in Kirksville. Court Documents say during her first interview with police, Tracy repeatedly denied that she gave her brother a ride. During a second interview,
February 8, 2022
MOBERLY DRUG INVESTIGATION – ARREST WARRANT ISSUED
Around 10:30 P.M. Friday night, the Moberly Police Department received information of drug activity taking place at a residence in the 700 block of Promenade St. It was learned Michael Terrell was at the residence and in possession of a large amount of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm. Terrell is a felon and prohibited from possessing firearms. Officers also learned of small children residing in the home. Officers responded to the residence in an attempt to make contact with Terrell; however he had already left the area. Contact was made with the homeowner and Police learned Terrell has his own separate bedroom within the home. A search warrant was issued and during a search of Terrell’s bedroom, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Officers did not locate the firearm. On Saturday, the Prosecutor’s office issued an arrest warrant for Terrell for felony Delivery of a controlled substance and felony Unlawful Possession of a firearm with a $20,000 cash or surety bond. At last report, Terrell was still being sought by authorities. Anyone with information regarding his location is asked to contact the Moberly Police at (660)-263-0346 or submit a tip to the Moberly Police Department TIPS line at (660)-269-8477.
MEXICO MAN FACING SEVERAL DRUG AND OTHER CHARGES FOLLOWING TRAFFIC STOP
State Troopers conducted a traffic stop Saturday night on West Monroe Street in Mexico. A probable cause search revealed a large quantity of drugs, cash, four cell phones and a gun. That’s when 49 year old Larry D. Karhoff of Mexico was placed under arrest and is facing a total of 10 charges, most of which are felonies. The list includes Unlawful Possession of a firearm, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Trafficking Drugs – 1st degree (135 grams of methamphetamine), Possession of a Controlled Substance – Opiates, Possession of a Controlled Substance – Cocaine (1 gram), Possession of a Controlled Substance – Barbiturate (Hydrocodone), Possession of Marijuana – Less than 10 grams, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving While Suspended and No Seat Belt. The Highway Patrol Arrest Report said Karhoff was placed on a 24 hour hold at the Audrain County Jail pending formal action by the Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney.
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02/07/2022
GOOD WEATHER NEWS COMPARED TO LAST WEEKS SNOW, ICE AND COLD
The National Weather Service is forecasting some much nicer weather for the next few days. The massive winter storm that has moved across the country last week left more than a foot of snow in parts of Missouri, shutting downs schools and services and snarling traffic and left a mess on roads and interstates in its wake. On Friday, Interstate 70 was closed both eastbound and westbound at High Hill in Montgomery County after another weather related incident involving a tractor trailer unit and that was just one of the many closings on I-70 alone during and after the storm. The Missouri State Patrol reported it responded to thousands of calls during the two-day storm of stranded motorists and crashes so any warm up or forecast WITHOUT snow, ice, sleet or cold is good news. How nice? Snow cover will be the limiting factor on temps in some areas, but still we will see improvement. On Tuesday, KCI is forecast for 54 and 31 for a high and a low. Still, temp’s will be at or below freezing for the next few mornings so use caution during the morning commute and be aware of potential slick spots. The MoDOT Travelers Information map is still showing snow covered roads in portions of east Central and Northeast Missouri and throughout much of the St. Louis region. Otherwise, a big improvement compared to late last week. You are encouraged to check out the travelers information map at www.modot.org
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in Montgomery County
Weather permitting, February 8-9, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in Montgomery County. The road will be closed at Whiteside School Road to Short Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. while work is being completed. Motorists will need to use alternate routes during these times.
Contracts Awarded for Projects in Northeast District
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Northeast District projects during its regular meeting on Feb. 1. Awarded contracts include resurfacing and bridge deck seal coating.
Contracts include the following:
A $8,428,543 contract was awarded to Magruder Paving, LLC for a resurfacing project located in Montgomery County on Interstate 70 from the Callaway County line to 2 miles east of Route F near High Hill, the total length of improvement being 32.43 miles.
A $154,821 contract was awarded to Missouri Petroleum Products for bridge deck seal coating projects located in Monroe County at the following locations:
Missouri Route 107 - the bridge over South Fork Salt River approximately one-half mile south of Route U near Florida.
Missouri Route 107 - the bridge over North Fork Salt River one-half mile north of Route U near Florida.
When start dates are established, MoDOT will alert the public about the project through signs, news releases and social media.
NEW ASSOCIATE CIRCUIT JUDGE FOR PUTNAM COUNTY
Putnam County has a new Associate Circuit Judge. This past Friday, Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced a total of 4 judicial appointments. Those appointments included the 3rd Judicial Circuit which includes Putnam County.
Anthony Horvath, of Linn, was appointed as the Putnam County Associate Circuit Judge in the 3rd Judicial Circuit to fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the death of the Honorable Samuel D. Frank. Horvath has been serving as the Deputy Judge Advocate General for the Missouri National Guard. He earned a Bachelor of Science in justice systems from Truman State University and a Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law. Horvath will fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the death of the Honorable Samuel D. Frank.
The Honorable Chris McDonough, of Weldon Springs, was appointed as Circuit Judge for Division 5 of the 11th Judicial Circuit. Judge McDonough currently serves as an Associate Circuit Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit, Judge McDonough will fill the Circuit Judge vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Jon A. Cunningham.
Robert W. Cornejo, of St. Peters, will be appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for Division 13 of the 11th Judicial Circuit. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Labor and Industrial Relations Commission and is from St. Peters. Cornejo will fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Chris McDonough to Circuit Judge.
Mathew Houston, of Pacific, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for Franklin County in the 20th Judicial Circuit. Houston currently serves as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Franklin County and will fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable David L. Hoven.
Weekend Report- February 5-6, 2022
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in
Weather permitting, February 8-9, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
Contracts Awarded for Projects in Northeast District
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Northeast District projects during its regular meeting on Feb. 1. Awarded contracts include resurfacing and bridge deck seal coating.
Contracts include the following:
A $8,428,543 contract was awarded to Magruder Paving, LLC for a resurfacing project located in
A $154,821 contract was awarded to Missouri Petroleum Products for bridge deck seal coating projects located in
When start dates are established, MoDOT will alert the public about the project through signs, news releases and social media.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
02/04/2022
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TWO COLUMBIA RESIDENTS ARRESTED CHARGED AFTER JEFFERSON CITY SHOOTING THURSDAY MORNING
Jefferson City Police now have two people in custody following a shooting incident in Jefferson City Thursday morning where a 25 year old man was shot. Police say someone called emergency services to the 600 block of Boonville Road at 7:55 am Thursday saying someone had been shot. Police later learned the victim was then taken to the Break Time Station at 1940 West Main which is where police found the man who had been shot. Emergency personnel then transported the victim to a hospital for treatment. Police said the victim was not cooperating with them, but witnesses gave authorities a description of the suspect. Further investigation determined that 27 year old Powell Yaeger and 32 year old Alisha Selvey, both of Columbia were at the scene of the shooting and left before police arrived. Both Yaeger and Selvey were arrested in Hartsburg and a rifle was located in their vehicle that Police believe was used in the shooting. Yaeger has been charged with Armed Criminal Action, Assault, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Selvey was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Both were being held without bond at the Cole County Jail. Jefferson City Police thanked the Boone County Sheriff’s Department for their assistance in the quick apprehension of the two suspects. Police also said the suspects and the victim knew one another.
COLUMBIA FIREFIGHTERS CALLED TO WATER RESCUE AFTER ONE PERSON AND A DOG FALL THROUGH ICE
Thursday afternoon, Feb. 3, 2022, just after 3 o’clock the Columbia Fire Department was called to a water rescue in the 2600 block of Carrera Drive for reports of people and a dog that had fallen through the ice on a frozen lake. Due to recent snowfall, hazardous road conditions made access to the scene difficult. Approximately 10 minutes after the initial dispatch, the first arriving crew found that one individual who had fallen through the ice had self-rescued, was out of the water and had been taken to a nearby residence. Additionally, as efforts were underway to rescue the dog, a subject nearby in a kayak began breaking ice in attempts to get to the dog. As the crew approached the shore, the subject fell from the kayak into the water. The crew assisted this subject out of the water and to his home nearby. The crew observed that a dog was still in the water approximately 30 feet from the shore. Prior to their arrival, firefighters had already donned special ice-rescue gear and were able to reach the dog and safely guide it from the water within 4 minutes of the crews’ arrival.
WANTED FUGUTIVE IN CUSTODY AFTER STAND OFF WITH KIRKSVILLE POLICE THURSDAY AFTERNOON
A Kirksville man who was wanted on several warrants has been taken into custody and a second suspect was also arrested for hindering prosecution. The case began around the end of November when Kirksville Police responded to Northeast Regional Medical Center for a report of a man and woman with gunshot wounds. The male in this instance was identified as Austin Ray Triplet. During the subsequent investigation, Austin Ray Triplet, was charged in Adair County Court with felony charges of Delivery of Controlled Substance, two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, three counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Adair County arrest warrants were issued for Austin Triplet on these charges on 11/29/2021. Triplet also had five probation warrants from the State of Iowa and a Kirksville Municipal warrant. It was no secret that the man was being sought by authorities as he was featured in the Kirksville Police Department’s “Wanted Wednesday” News releases on December 15th and 29th. As law enforcement continued to check into leads regarding the suspects possible whereabouts, one of the leads indicated Triplet was being harbored by 35 year old Tasha McKim, at a residence in the 400 block of West Cottonwood in Kirksville. Police contacted McKim, informed her of the wanted status of Austin Triplet and warned her about providing him with aid to avoid arrest. During first few days of this month, police gathered further evidence that Triplet was living with McKim at her residence in the 400 block of West Cottonwood. A search warrant was obtained for that residence and was served just before noon on Thursday, 02/03/2022. As the search warrant was being served, Austin Triplet barricaded himself inside the home. Tasha McKim was taken into custody for hindering prosecution. Kirksville Police and members of their Special Response Team remained on scene and attempted to negotiate with Austin Triplet to surrender. Triplet did eventually surrendered and was taken into custody on his outstanding arrest warrants. No one was injured during this incident and no shots were fired. Kirksville Police were arrested by the Adair County Sheriff’s Department, Truman State University Police, Missouri State Highway Patrol, North Missouri Drug Task Force, Kirksville Fire Department, Adair County E911 Center, and Adair County Ambulance District.
SHOOTING INVESTIGATION IN LIVINGSTON COUNTY
On Tuesday, February 01, 2022 about 5:11 p.m., the Livingston County Sheriff's Department was dispatched to a report of a shooting in the 500 block of East Polk Street (outside the city limits of Chillicothe on East Polk/Route V). Preliminary information suggests one male was allegedly intoxicated and some type of argument took place between he and another adult male. The intoxicated man was reportedly angry and charged at the other man who then discharged a handgun toward the ground but stuck the intoxicated male in the leg. The intoxicated male who was shot was treated and released. On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Missouri Probation and Parole Officer’s requested assistance from the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department while they conducted their own investigation at the scene and subsequently took the individual who had been shot in the leg into custody for alleged parole violation(s) as that man is on parole for felony DWI. Chillicothe Police and Missouri Probation and Parole have assisted the Sheriff’s office on this case. The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is continuing the investigation and will submit a final report to Prosecuting Attorney Adam Warren for consideration of additional charges.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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February 2, 2022
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WINTER STORM WARNING remains in effect for majority of Missouri until 6 pm Thursday
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY remains in effect for North West Missouri and counties in North Missouri that border southern Iowa until 6 pm Thursday
GOVENOR PARSON DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY
The weather is our main newsmaker right now as a powerful winter storm is impacting the Show Me State with sleet, freezing rain and ice plus 12 inches or more of snow. The Missouri Department of Transportation advises Missourians not to travel through the end of the week. On Tuesday, Gov. Mike Parson declared a state of emergency for the entire state of Missouri due to the severe winter storm. MoDot is advising Missourians and others not to travel through the end of the week due to extremely hazardous driving conditions for most of the state. Other emergency, road maintenance and government officials are saying the same thing and urging individuals to stay home and give plow crews and emergency responders room to work. MoDot crews will be focused on working the Interstates and major routes through the storm, so smaller roads may not be touched for up to a couple of days and with bitter cold temperatures on the back end of the storm, it will make clearing roads a slow process through the end of the week and into the weekend. Check current Missouri road conditions on the Traveler Information Map at www.modot.org as travel is not advised and in some areas impossible. You’ll also find a link on our website. Also, also don’t forget about your pets that may be outside as there’s nothing worse for animals than being wet and cold. Please remember to bring them inside and make sure they have plenty of food and water.
COOPERATIVE RESPONSE CENTER EXPANDING TO KIRKSVILLE CREATING 87 NEW JOBS
Cooperative Response Center, a nationwide contact and alarm monitoring center, announced on Tuesday it will open a new facility in Kirksville, investing more than $1 million and creating more than 87 new jobs. The new facility will be CRC’s first Missouri location and allow the company to meet increasing demand for its services. Governor Mike Parson was in town for the official announcement and offered his congratulations to Cooperative Response Center on its success as it creates good-paying jobs that will support Missourians and their families for years to come.” He also said “This company’s new facility is an exciting development for Kirksville and the broader north Missouri region,” CRC provides inbound customer and dispatching services to more than 450 electric utilities nationwide. Each year, CRC receives more than 6 million calls from members and customers of electric cooperatives and municipal utilities. The company is currently training staff at Moberly Area Community College’s Kirksville campus to fill positions created as part of its expansion. CRC is actively recruiting for additional staff at its new facility and is allowing employees to work remotely until preparations are complete. Salaries for the 87 new positions are above the county average wage. Founded in 1992, this expansion marks the fourth location for CRC as they have steadily increased the size and scope of its operation with offices in Austin, Minnesota: Dunlap, Tennessee: Abilene, Texas: and the newest office location – Kirksville, Missouri! Welcome to the Show-Me-State CRC! To learn more about CRC, visit www.crc.coop.
February 1, 2022
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING
Heavy snow of 6 to 14 inches and light glaze of ice possible!!!
MULTI-DAY WINTER STORM THREATENS TRAVEL IN
Major winter weather is forecast for much of the state beginning overnight Tuesday and continuing through the end of the week. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from tonight through Thursday morning. Heavy snow is possible with total accumulations of 6 to 14 inches possible. The Missouri Department of Transportation urges people to stay off the roads if at all possible during the periods of ice and snow. If you must travel this week, use extra caution, anticipate slower travel times and consult the Traveler Information Map for road conditions. “This is a potentially severe winter storm that will play out over several days and dump a mixed bag of freezing precipitation on most of the state,” said MoDOT Director Patrick McKenna. “Up to 12 inches or more of snow has been forecast for portions of
DRIVER MODERATELY INJURED AFTER VAN STRIKES TREE
The patrol reports 47 year old Tanya Reed of
PEDISTRIAN HIT BY VEHICLE SATURDAY NIGHT IN
According to the Columbia Police Department, Sullivan Preston, age 19, of Columbia was walking East on I-70 Drive Northwest around 8:10 pm Saturday night when he was hit by a vehicle driven by 30-year-old Joseph Gilmore. Gilmore was driving East on I-70 Northwest. Preston was transported to a local hospital by
Weekend Report- January 29-30, 2022
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in
Weather permitting, February 8-9, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
BOONE
An investigation is underway after the Boone County Sheriff’s deputies found a man stabbed and shot late Monday night. According to the report, deputies were dispatched to the 5700 block of
January 27, 2022
MAN SOUGHT BY
The man sought by Columbia Police who was wanted on a no bond arrest warrant for several sex related offences is now in custody after being apprehended by the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department. A release from the Sheriff’s Department that was posted on social media indicates Randolph County Deputies obtained information indicating the whereabouts of the suspect. That information led deputies to a residence in
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This past year was very busy. For the year 2021, the Deputies responded to more than 6,000 calls for service, served nearly 1,000 criminal and/or civil summons, and Jailers booked 1,062 people into the Montgomery County Jail. We are praying for a calmer 2022.
· On January 14, 2022, Deputies responded to the Jonesburg area for a report of Stolen Property. The victim advised someone broke into their box trailer and stole a generator, two circular saws, a hand held LED light, multiple batteries, and a cordless drill. If you or someone you know has information about this theft, please contact
· On January 15, 2022, Deputies responded to the Jonesburg area for a reported Disturbance. Upon arrival, Deputies were told the suspect had left the residence. The victim also showed where the suspect damaged several windows and doors before leaving. Deputies later located the suspect and conducted a traffic stop. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Property Damage and Driving While Revoked.
· On January 16, 2022, Deputies responded to the 500 Block of East Booneslick Road in Jonesburg for a report of a vehicle striking a house and leaving the scene of the accident. Deputies advised the tire tracks showed that the vehicle left the roadway, went through the ditch and struck the west side of the home. The victim was not able to give a description of the vehicle. The impact caused moderate structural damage to the house. As of now the investigation continues. If you or someone you know has information about this incident, please contact the
· On January 20, 2022, a Deputy was involved in an accident while running code to
· Pedestrian Check – Jonesburg
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Motorist Assist – New
· Medical – Jonesburg
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· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Stealing – Jonesburg
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· Child Custody Dispute – Wellsville
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· Attempt to Contact – Jonesburg
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· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
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· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· 911 Accidental – I 70
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· Stealing – Jonesburg
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· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Disturbance – Hermann
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
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· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist – New
· Medical – Wellsville
· Suicidal Subject – Jonesburg
· Break In –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Assault – High Hill
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· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – Truxton
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January 26, 2022
The Montgomery County Soil and Water Conservation District is holding a supervisor board election from February 1st, 2022 to February 22nd, 2022. Supervisors for Area II and IV are up for election. Election ballots will be available online at https://mosoilandwater.land/montgomery for printing or at the Soil and Water Conservation District office at
The Columbia Police Department is looking for Frank George Washburn regarding several charges. If you know his whereabouts, please call Columbia Police or CrimeStoppers. Police say Washburn has violent tendencies and is wanted on a no bond arrest warrant for enticement of a child, child molestation and a statutory sodomy investigation. He’s described as being 69 years old, 6 foot tall, 200 pounds and has green eyes. If you have any information regarding Washburn, contact Columbia PD at 573-874-7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573-875-TIPS
BOATING SAFETY COURSES OFFERED
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the Patrol is offering boating safety courses to inform and motivate boaters to prepare for the boating season. These approved courses meet the national boating educational standard.
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Boaters have the opportunity to sign up for a certified course in a classroom at :https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/WP02Web/app/safetyEdClasses
The classroom courses provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol are free, but registration is required and the boater ID card costs $15.
Don’t see classes in your troop location? Please contact your nearest troop headquarters and ask to speak with a marine operations supervisor to check the possibility of administering additional classes. Troopers welcome invitations to teach classes for groups and teams throughout the state.
TROOP HEADQUARTERS CONTACT INFORMATION:
Troop A Lee’s Summit- (816) 622-0800
Troop B Macon- (660) 385-2132
Troop C Weldon Spring- (636) 300-2800
Troop D Springfield- (417) 895-6868
Troop E Popular Bluff- (573) 840-9500
Troop F Jefferson City- (573) 751-1000
Troop G Willow Springs- (417) 469-3121
Troop H St. Joseph- (816) 387-2345
Troop I Rolla- (573) 368-2345
January 25, 2022
LYNLEE RENICK BACK IN BOONE
Lynlee Renick, the woman who was recently found guilty of killing her husband in 2017 in
HOUSE FIRE IN
On Thursday, January 20, 2022 at approximately 12:50 PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 400 block of Maple in reference to a house fire. Responding personnel found a small, wood frame home with flames burning through the roof. The majority of the fire was extinguished, and during overhaul it was determined that three of the four walls on the house were unstable. The Mexico Street Department responded and knocked the walls down. MPSD then completed extinguishment. The residents stated they had built a fire in the wood stove when they noticed a flu fire. The flu was apparently damaged and began igniting flammable items which were stored near it. After some attempts to extinguish the fire, the residents exited the home with no injuries and called 9-1-1.
The
January 24, 2022
TROY MAN KILLED IN SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH SATURDAY
Troopers say a
ROUTE B IN
Missouri Department of Transportation crews will perform culvert replacements on routes in
As indicated, work is scheduled for 7am to 4pm daily.
AUDRAIN
In the days leading up to January 14, 2022, members of the Audrain County Sheriff’s Office received numerous pieces of information leading them to believe a wanted felony fugitive was located at a residence in rural Thompson, along Missouri FF. On January 14, 2022, members of the Audrain County Sheriff’s Office applied executed a search warrant at a residence in the 17000 Block of Missouri FF for Stephen W. Heidecker, 46, of
- Pike County Missouri charging him Failure to Appear on the original charge of Felony Delivery of Controlled Substances to a Jail/Prison - Bond had been set at $10,000 Cash Only.
- Lincoln County Missouri charging him with Failure to Appear on the original charge of Felony Failure to Pay Child Support- Bond had been set at $2,500 Cash Only.
Upon searching the residence, Heidecker was located and arrested. While the arrest was taking place, deputies noticed firearm and drug paraphernalia about the residence. Heidecker and the other occupant of the house are both prohibited from possessing firearms based on felony criminal histories. An additional search warrant was obtained for the residence and as a result, deputies located and seized 4 handguns, 2 long guns, ammunition and drug paraphernalia related to marijuana and methamphetamine. Heidecker was transported to the Audrain County Jail, where he remains on the fugitive warrants from Pike and
Weekend Report- January 22-23, 2022
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in
Weather permitting, February 1-2, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
Federal Medical Team Headed to
On Friday, Governor Mike Parson announced a specialized medical team of
The Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), through a mission assignment with FEMA, coordinated the deployment of the 40-member U.S. Navy team following a request from the St. Louis Metropolitan Pandemic Task Force. Previously, SEMA assisted with the deployment of a 17-member Health Care Task Force with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to support staff at
FEMA is also providing Direct Federal Assistance as requested by SEMA through two AmeriCorps teams to help at community testing sites and other local COVID-19 support activities. AmeriCorps St. Louis is supporting testing in
The Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services is granting variance requests for extending waivers of rules under 19 CSR 30-21 authorized during the State of Emergency that allow regulatory flexibility for expanded bed capacity to Missouri hospitals and health care partners experiencing COVID-19 strain.
January 20, 2022
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING WRECK
FULTON
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MAN HURT IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING INCIDENT
54 year old Gregory Matherly of Holts Summit suffered minor injuries in an early Tuesday morning incident in
January 19, 2022
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FULTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLOSE DUE TO STAFF SHORTAGE
Fulton Public Schools will be closed Tuesday due to staff shortages as a result of COVID -19 continuing to spread across the region. Coordinator of School and Community Programs at Fulton said in a letter to parents Monday that there is a possibility that one Fulton school may be closed an additional day if required. School officials are expecting to re-evaluate the situation today.
COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS CANCELS CLASSESS HOPING TO SLOW SPREAD OF COVID INFECTIONS
Columbia Public Schools recently canceled some school days in January in hopes of slowing the surge of the omicron COVID-19 variant among students and faculty.CPS announced that school will not be in session on Jan. 21st, 24th, or 25th
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FULTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLOSE DUE TO STAFF SHORTAGE
Fulton Public Schools will be closed Tuesday due to staff shortages as a result of COVID -19 continuing to spread across the region. Coordinator of School and Community Programs at Fulton said in a letter to parents Monday that there is a possibility that one Fulton school may be closed an additional day if required. School officials are expecting to re-evaluate the situation today.
COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS CANCELS CLASSESS HOPING TO SLOW SPREAD OF COVID INFECTIONS
Columbia Public Schools recently canceled some school days in January in hopes of slowing the surge of the omicron COVID-19 variant among students and faculty.CPS announced that school will not be in session on Jan. 21st, 24th, or 25th
January 17, 2022
TODAY IS A FEDERAL
Just a reminder that today is Martin Luther King, Jr. day across the nation. That means most government offices, banks, schools and more will be closed today in recognition. Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and civil-rights activist who had a seismic impact on race relations in the
On Saturday, January 15th at approximately 4:57 pm, Columbia Police were dispatched to the area of the 900 block of
Weekend Report- January 15-16, 2022
MAN KILLED IN COLE
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DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
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January 13, 2022
SHOOTING IN
Authorities have confirmed a shooting occurred late Wednesday night in
PEDESTRIAN KILLED WHEN STRUCK BY CAR IN
The patrol investigated a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian in Callaway County Monday night around 6:30 pm. According to the report, a vehicle driven by Shannon Walton of
HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTS AWARDED BY HIGHWAYS & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Several road improvement projects will take place this year as t
he Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded more than $30 million in contracts for Northeast District projects during its regular meeting on January 5. Awarded contracts include projects for resurfacing, pavement, intersection, corridor and sidewalk improvements.Contracts include the following:
A $1,397,215 contract was awarded to Bleigh Construction Company for a roundabout/intersection improvement project on Business U.S. Route 61 at the junction of Missouri Route 161 and S. Court St. in
All work on these projects will take place in 2022
January 12, 2022
MISSOURI AGENCIES UNITE TO COMBAT HUMAN TRAFFICKING
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, marking the anniversary of the passage of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. The Missouri Department of Transportation has joined forces with the Missouri State Highway Patrol and local law enforcement to combat the crime of human trafficking in the Show-Me State.
In 2018, Director Patrick McKenna signed the Transportation Leaders Against Human Trafficking pledge, committing MoDOT to providing specialized training to employees about the common indicators of human trafficking and how to report potential cases while raising public awareness of human trafficking issues impacting our state and nation.
MoDOT has provided public information about human trafficking and continues to train employees about the common indicators of human trafficking and how to report potential cases.
If you suspect someone is being forced to engage in any activity from which they can’t leave—whether it is commercial sex, housework, farm work or other activity—call the
For more information about MoDOT’s efforts to “Put the Brakes on Human Trafficking,” go to modot.org/fighthumantrafficking or contact the MoDOT Human Resources office at 573-526-7644.
PATROL ADDRESSES COLD WEATHER WATER SAFETY
Winter temperatures have arrived and that means the water temperature of
When someone is suddenly immersed in cold water, they are at risk for cold shock and hypothermia. Cold shock refers to blood vessels constricting to conserve core body heat when the trunk of the body goes under water. This will quickly limit the use of a person's arms and legs. Likewise, these conditions may cause a sudden increase in heart rate and blood pressure—in some cases resulting in cardiac arrest. Cold shock can cause involuntary gasping reflex when the body hits the water. This gasp results in a person inhaling water and could result in drowning.
The body loses heat 25 times faster in water than in the air. Lifejacket use becomes even more important in cold water because hypothermia can quickly rob the body of the ability to perform the most basic tasks and drowning is always a concern. If you take an unexpected plunge into cold water, it is vital to get out of the water and into dry clothes as soon as possible. If dry clothes are not an option leave the wet ones on. Even wet clothes will offer some insulation and trap body heat. A warm drink can be given to someone suffering from hypothermia if they are conscious. Caffeine and alcohol should be avoided. Hypothermia can be deadly even if you are wearing a PFD, so it is important to never go boating alone in the winter. If no one knows you are in trouble, no one can help.
Many ice victims start out as would-be rescuers. To prevent this from happening, do not go onto the ice to rescue another person or retrieve a pet. To aid someone who has fallen through the ice the first step should be calling for emergency services. A local fire department should have the quickest response time, the proper equipment, and have trained to handle ice emergencies. Rather than going onto the ice to attempt rescuing someone, you should extend a ladder, pole, or rope to a victim along with something that will float.
If you find yourself in the position of needing to be rescued, there are techniques that should be followed for self-rescue. Try not to panic. Face the direction you came from and spread your arms out on the unbroken ice. Kick your feet and try to pull yourself onto the ice. Once out of the water, do not attempt to stand. Lying on the ice keeps your weight distributed. Roll away from the hole then crawl across the ice back to solid land.
Adults should never mix alcohol and winter ice recreational activities. Alcohol impairs your judgment and speeds up the development of hypothermia.
January 11, 2022
STURGEON MEDICAL CLINIC DAMAGED BY SMOKE
KMIZ TV is reporting
MORE THAN 1,000 PEOPLE KILLED IN
For the first time since 2006,
Lack of seat belt use continues to be a common denominator in fatal crashes. Approximately two-thirds of vehicle occupants killed were not wearing a seat belt. Preliminary data shows drivers using a cellphone were involved in more than 2,200 crashes in
January 10, 2022
TWO PEOPLE DIED WHEN PLANE CRASHED NEAR NEW MELLE SATURDAY
The National Transportation Safety Board confirmed Sunday that two people on board a small twin engine aircraft died when that plane crashed into a wooded area near New Melle. The New Melle Fire Protection District received a call that an aircraft was in distress in the area of Highway D and Highway Z around 7:37 Saturday night. While in route, they began to receive reports that a witness heard what sounded like an aircraft going down in the area of Highway F and
UNION MO MAN STRUCK AND KILLED ON I70 THURSDAY NIGHT
A Union, MO man was chasing a dog Thursday night and both the man and dog were struck and killed when both ran onto I-70 in Warren County, about a half mile east of Warrenton. The victim was identified as 55 year old David Courtway. Troopers said a car driven by Abby Emerick, 22 of
Weekend Report- January 8-9, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN BOONE
A Moberly man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 2am Saturday in
TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
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DRIVER HURT IN
83 year old Edward Baell of Warrenton sustained minor injuries in a crash Friday night in
January 7, 2022
D’Angelo R. Harris, 25, Columbia, MO, was identified and arrested in connection with shots fired with injuries in the 100 block of S. Ninth St., Jan. 1. Harris was arrested on four counts of assault in the first degree, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action, unlawful possession of a firearm and tampering with physical evidence. In the early morning hours of Saturday, Jan. 1, Columbia Police responded to a disturbance at Silverball Bar,
The highway patrol said 40 year old Dustin Cross of
ANNUAL
The American Red Cross, the Columbia Missouri Police Department and the Boone County Sheriff’s Department have once again partnered up to host the annual blood drive in memory of Officer Molly Bowden on Friday, Jan. 14 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Grace Bible Church, 601 Blue Ridge Rd., in Columbia, Mo. Officer Bowden, 26, was mortally wounded while conducting a routine traffic stop on the night of Jan. 10, 2005. She passed away on Feb. 10. Officer Bowden had been on the force for just over three years and was the first Columbia Police Officer killed in the line of duty. Concern is rising for the nation’s blood supply, which has dipped to concerning levels and could force hospitals to hold off on essential blood and platelet transfusions. The Red Cross is facing a dangerous situation unless more donors give now. Some patients requiring transfusion may not receive the blood products they need. Donors of all blood types – particularly type O blood, the most needed blood group by hospitals –are still needed daily to meet demand. Through seasonal challenges and the ongoing pandemic, the Red Cross relies on volunteer blood donors to help ensure blood is on hospital shelves when patients need it. January is also National Blood Donor Month, the perfect time to resolve to be a regular blood donor and help save lives with the American Red Cross. Winter weather and seasonal illness tend to ramp up this month and drive blood donation down.
January 6, 2022
SNOW AND BITTER COLD MAY AFFECT THURSDAY COMMUTE
Bitter cold temperatures and periods of light snow in some areas could impact morning commutes for
ANOTHER CRASH IN
Three fatal vehicle crashes in the
January 5, 2022
52 year old Brian Stalcup of
40 MINUTE OVERNIGHT PURSUIT RESULTS IN MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES
Monday morning, January 3, 2022, at approximately 3:24 AM, while proactively patrolling the
FOUR KILLED IN HEAD ON CRASH – THREE OTHERS SERIOUSLY INJURED
The patrol reports 4 people died and three others were seriously injured in a head on crash in Boone County Monday night just before 7:30 p.m. on US 63 Northbound, just north of
January 4, 2022
This past Thursday, December 30th at approximately 5:20 a.m., New Florence Police Officers stopped a vehicle near the Loves Truck Stop. During the stop, officers noticed the subject had multiple large drones and a large amount of copper wire in the vehicle. As officers were investigating, the driver, who’s real name was determined to be Elio Regalado from
MSHP REPORTS ZERO TRAFFIC FATALITIES OVER NEW YEAR’S
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the New Year’s holiday weekend:
No one was killed in a traffic crash during the 78-hour counting period, which began at 6 p.m. Thursday, December 30, 2021, and ended at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, January 2, 2022. There were no boating crashes or drownings over the 2022 New Year’s holiday counting period.
2022 New Year’s Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers investigated the following:
Traffic Crashes — 406
Traffic Crash Injuries — 91
Traffic Crash Fatalities — 0
DWI — 94
[Note: Last year during the 78-hour New Year’s counting period, there were 1,247 traffic crashes statewide. In those crashes, six people were killed and another 389 people were injured. During the 2021 New Year’s holiday, troopers worked 173 crashes including three fatalities and 48 injuries. Troopers arrested 94 people for driving while impaired last year.]
January 3, 2022
DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY ON SNOW AND ICE COVERED ROADS AND WATCH FOR BLACK ICE DURING THE MORNING COMMUTE
SOUTHERN BOONE FIRE DEPARTMENT CALLED TO MOBILE HOME FIRE EARLY MONDAY MORNING
The Southern Boone Fire Department was dispatched to a mobile home fire shortly before 1 o’clock this (Mon) morning in the
THREE RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN
Troopers say three area residents were involved in a 2 vehicle crash shortly after 5 PM Sunday in
Weekend Report- January 1-2, 2022
BE EXTRA VIGILANT WHEN DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER
25 NEW TROOPERS TO GRADUATE FROM
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces that 25 troopers will graduate from the Patrol’s
Governor Michael L. Parson will provide the keynote address and Col. Olson will also speak to the class during the graduation. The Honorable Patricia Breckenridge, Supreme Court of Missouri, will administer the Oath of Office to the new troopers. Provost Roger K. McMillian, vice president of College Affairs for
Four class awards will be presented. The recruits accumulate points toward graduation in the categories of physical fitness, firearms, and academics throughout their 25 weeks at the Academy. The person with the highest number of points in each category earns the respective award. Award categories include physical fitness, firearms, academics, and the Superintendent’s Award, which is presented to the person with the most points overall.
The names (hometowns) and first assignments of members of the 112th Recruit Class are listed below:
Troop A
Isaac L. Kimball (Columbia, MO), Zone 5, Ray & Carroll Counties
Joshua W. Eickhoff (Alma, MO), Zone 8, Lafayette County
Gregory A. Stineman (Cole Camp), MO, Zone 11, Cass County
William M. Henderson (Edwards, MO), Zone 15, Henry County
Troop C
Markus G. Burns (Greenridge, MO), Zone 7, Warren County
Lane C. Coleman (Ozark, MO), Zone 8, St. Charles County
Brandon T. Dorff (Collinsville, CT), Zone 10, Franklin County
Nathan W. Downs (Troy, MO), Zone 9, St. Charles County
Brent W. Katzing (Sedalia, MO), Zone 9, St. Charles County
Maurice Lang Jr. (Raymore, MO), Zone 2, N. St. Louis County
Patrick B. Martin (Jacksonville, IL), Zone 10, Franklin County
Tyson O. Murphy (Imperial, MO), Zone 1, N. St. Louis County
Collin J. Nichols (Troy, MO), Zone 7, Warren County
Joshua T. Parrott (Smithville, MO), Zone 8, St. Charles County
Troop D
Marissa L. Harris (Montgomery City, MO), Zone 15, Stone & Taney Counties
Christopher T. Schmidt (Rogersville, MO), Zone 4, Stone & Taney Counties
Scott J. Walden (Holt, MO), Zone 14, Barry County
Troop E
Kyle L. Hogan (Gainesville, MO), Zone 4, Bollinger/Cape Girardeau/Scott Counties
Nathaniel V. Bishop (Willow Springs, MO), Zone 9, New Madrid & Pemiscot Counties
Tyler S. Reinke (Lincoln, MO), Zone 10, Dunklin County
Richard W. Wylie (Wheaton, MO), Zone 11, Stoddard County
Troop F
Matthew M. Guinnip (Hallsville, MO), Zone 16, Camden & Miller Counties
Matthew D. Easton (Hannibal, MO), Zone 17, Camden & Miller Counties
Troop I
Nicholas I. Kucsik (Bonnots Mill, MO), Zone 3, Crawford County
Elijah D. LeBlanc (Anderson, MO), Zone 2, Phelps & Maries County
December 29, 2021
Shortly before 6am Tuesday, the Fulton Police Department with the assistance of the Callaway County Sheriff's Office and MUSTANG Drug Task Force, served a narcotics related search warrant at
CHRISTMAS EVE ARREST
On Christmas Eve evening, Fulton Police Officers conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle. During the course of that stop, methamphetamine and THC gummies and drug paraphernalia were located in the vehicle and one person was taken into custody. Fulton Police say this is an ongoing investigation and there may be further information released at a later date.
Last Wednesday, December 22nd shortly before noon the Fulton Police Department responded to the 800 block of Jefferson St. in Fulton, MO. for a subject who was shot by a cross bow. During the investigation, investigators learned Thurman Estep and his neighbor had a verbal altercation when Estep shot his crossbow striking his neighbor in the abdominal area. The victim called 911 and was transported to
December 28, 2021
EIGHT PEOPLE KILLED ON
The highway patrol said a total of 8 people died on
BOONVILLE MAN INJURED IN
The highway patrol reports a Boonville man was injured in a two vehicle crash in Randolph County Sunday evening. According to the crash report, 47 year old Mark Sabin of Boonville was southbound on US 62, 2 miles south of
December 23, 2021
ASSISTANT CHIEF OF BOONE COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT KILLED WHILE WORKING ACCIDENT SCENE
Boone County Fire Protection District Assistant Chief Bryant Gladney was killed Wednesday while on the scene of an early morning vehicle accident on Interstate 70 westbound at mile marker 135.4 east of
CHILD MOLESTER SENTENCED TO 145 YEARS WEDNESDAY
A convicted child molester from
December 22, 2021
MO Medical Marijuana Sales top $200 Million
From KTVO.COM, Medical marijuana sales in
True Manufacturing to build new $21 million facility in
Missouri-based commercial refrigeration manufacturer True Manufacturing has announced it will build a new facility in
With more than 3.7 million square feet across its
For this expansion, True Manufacturing used the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation.
December 21, 2021
MDC REPORTS FIVE ELK HARVESTED DURING SECOND SEASON
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports hunters harvested three elk during the firearms portion of the elk-hunting season, Dec. 11-19. An archery portion ran Oct. 16-24 with two elk harvested. Five
Last year’s inaugural elk hunt ended with all five hunters harvesting bull elk during the firearms portion. No elk were taken during the 2020 archery portion.
Elk are a native species in
Learn more about elk hunting in
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSED STATEWIDE ON DECEMBER HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Friday, December 24, 2021, in observance of Christmas. Normal operations will resume on Monday, December 27, 2021.
Friday, December 31, 2021, in observance of New Year's Day. Normal operations will resume on Monday, January 3, 2022.
December 20, 2021
MSHP: HAVE A SAFE CHRISTMAS SEASON!
Have you and your family members finished their wish list for the holiday? Is safe, crash free travel on those lists? If not, please add it! Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers wish everyone a merry and safe Christmas. One way for it to be merry is for everyone to arrive at their holiday celebrations safely.
Last year over the Christmas holiday, there were 746 traffic crashes during the counting period. In those crashes, 10 people were killed and another 310 were injured. This year’s traffic crash counting period begins at 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 23, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, December 26, 2021. Please remember to wear your seat belt, pay attention to your driving, and please, don’t drink and drive.
If faced with a traffic emergency, motorists can contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. This emergency number will ring into the nearest Highway Patrol headquarters. Motorists should use this number if they are in a traffic crash, witness a crash or crime, or pass a stranded motorist in need of assistance, etc.
The Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves from all types of hazardous drivers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Please obey all traffic laws, and if alcohol is part of your holiday, designate a sober driver. Every driver can help make our roadways safer this holiday season.
VIR BIOTECHNOLOGY EXPANDING
The Cortex Innovation Community and
Vir focuses on infectious disease prevention and will establish a lab and offices in
Vir worked with Greater St. Louis Inc., Missouri Partnership, the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, and the St. Louis Development Corporation in their expansion efforts.
Vir used the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation.
Weekend Report- December 18-19, 2021
MAN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
A
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN SATURDAY EVENING ACCIDENT
Two men were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred at 8:30pm Saturday in
WOMAN HURT IN
A Moscow Mills woman was hurt in a Friday morning crash in
December 16, 2021
HIGH WINDS LEAVE TREES UPROOTED, POWER OUTAGES, ROOF DAMAGE AND MORE
Damage reports continue to roll in after powerful and dangerous high winds blew through the area late yesterday afternoon and last night. The strongest of the Winds powered across the listening area along a line as a cold front rapidly moved through in a northeasterly direction around 70 mph at times and was generating wind gusts ranging from 55 to 80 plus miles per hour. Damage reports quickly followed the storms with numerous tree’s and limbs blown down, road and business signs also fell victim to the high winds in some areas and roof damage was also reported. In
Kirksville Police are seeking information on the location of Austin Ray Triplet. Triplet is currently wanted in reference to active Adair County felony arrest warrants for Delivery of a Controlled Substance, two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, three counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Triplet is a white male, 25-years-old, 6’3” tall, 200 lbs, with brown hair and brown eyes. Triplet should be considered ARMED AND DANGEROUS. The public is advised to contact law enforcement if they see the subject and not approached him. Kirksville Police would also like to remind the public that anyone providing assistance such as transportation, lodging or financial help to a wanted person can be charged with hindering prosecution. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Kirksville Police Department at 660.785.6945, Central Dispatch at 660.665.5621, Adair County Sheriff’s Office at 660.665.4600, anonymously at 660.627.BUST (2878), or email police@kirksvillecity.com.
December 15, 2021
A 16 year old male was southbound on Route EE, just south of
GIVE THE GIFT OF
This Holiday Season the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and numerous other law enforcement agencies have partnered with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to share the message about the dangers of drunk driving. NHTSA and the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office want all drivers to remember this lifesaving message: "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over". In support of the law enforcement community’s dedication to protecting the lives of residents in their communities, you’ll see officers working together December 15, 2021, through January 1, 2022, to take drunk drivers off the roads.
TWO MOBERLY DRIVERS INVOLVED IN CRASH IN
The patrol said two Moberly drivers were involved in a crash on MO 763, south of Route VV in
December 14, 2021
HIGH WINDS EXPECTED WEDNESDAY
After devastating tornado’s left a trail of destruction this past Friday across 6 states including
This past Thursday, December 9 shortly before 6 AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1100 block of
Columbia Police responded to a reported robbery Saturday, Dec. 11, at approximately 11:15 p.m. at Arena Liquor, 3101-B South
Construction of the runway extension at Columbia Regional Airport (COU) was finished Friday, Dec. 10, and is now open for use. With the extension, the length of the primary runway has gone from 6,500 to 7,400 feet.
Friday's milestone marks the completion of COU's Master Plan to improve the airport. The Master Plan, a year-by-year plan to support the growth of COU, was published in 2009. It included a proposal to extend the airport's two runways. The primary runway was completed Friday, and the crosswind runway was extended from 4,400 to 5,500 feet in 2017. The extension will allow for larger aircrafts to use the runway and provide a longer distance for planes to land and take off during inclement weather. It will also alleviate concerns about weight restrictions during extreme heat in the summer. While completing this extension, the old incandescent lights were replaced with energy efficient LED lights, which alone will save approximately 75 percent in runway energy costs. The runway extension will reduce the chance of delayed or canceled flights during winter weather events. Next summer, plans call for a new terminal will be larger and feature new amenities.
December 13, 2021
OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING IN
At approximately 10:52 p.m. on December 10, 2021, a Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation near Republic Road on the south side of
A perimeter was established around the area by law enforcement officials. During the course of the investigation, Justin M. Jackman, 37, of Bolivar,
On December 11, 2021, the Greene County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged Jackman with assault-first degree, armed criminal action, felony possession of a firearm, and resisting arrest. Jackman is being held without bond.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control is investigating the incident. The investigation is ongoing. The Missouri State Highway Patrol was assisted by the Springfield Police Department, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Greene County Park Rangers, the Christian County Sheriff’s Office, Cox Ambulance Service, and Springfield Fire Department.
Weekend Report- December 11-12, 2021
ROAD TO
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacement operations on Route J in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes during these times.
STATE ASSISTING
The
At this time, the state has been able to confirm the below information resulting from Friday night's severe storms and tornadoes.
In
Also, a semi-truck driver on I-55 and a motorist on Missouri Route 84 were killed in
Through the overnight hours, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a total of 31 tornado warnings for
Electric utility crews are continuing to work to restore power after outages peaked overnight with at least 30,000 customers without power. Outage figures have already been reduced to below 7,000.
The MSHP continues to assist local authorities in
December 10, 2021
AUXVASSE POLICE CHIEF SUSPENDED AFTER BEING ARRESTED FORMALLY CHARGED WITH DOMESTIC ASSAULT CHARGE
We told you on Thursday that the Chief of Police was arrested by Callaway County deputies on Tuesday and charged with domestic assault, a 4th degree misdemeanor. Kevin Suedmeyer has been officially suspended from his duties as Police Chief and for now Officer Robert Harrision will serve as the Interim Chief of Police in Auxvasse.
GOVERNOR PARSON ORDERS FLAGS TO FLY AT HALF-STAFF IN HONOR OF ST. LOUIS COUNTY POLICE DETECTIVE ANTONIO VALENTINE
On Thursday, Governor Mike Parson ordered
On December 1, Detective Valentine was on duty with the St. Louis County Police Department’s Bureau of Drug Enforcement when he was fatally injured in a motor vehicle collision with a vehicle refusing to stop for other officers.
Detective Valentine, 42, had served as a St. Louis County Police officer since 2007 after briefly working with the Cool Valley Police Department following graduation from the Eastern Missouri Law Enforcement Training Institute.
Detective Valentine also served in the United States military, first as an active duty member of the U.S. Army from July 1999 to February 2000, then in the U.S. Army National Guard, where he achieved the rank of sergeant, and then as a member of the U.S. Air Force Reserve, until his retirement as a technical sergeant in February 2021. During his military service, Detective Valentine courageously deployed to active combat missions in
The flags will be held at half-staff on the day Detective Valentine is laid to rest.
December 9, 2021
ASHLAND POLICE CHIEF ARRESTED ON DOMESTIC ASSAULT CHARGE
The Callaway County Sheriff issued a statement after deputies were called to County Road 325 and State Road H at 4:26 pm on Tuesday for a domestic disturbance. As the investigation unfolded, Kevin Suedmeyer was arrested and charged with Domestic Assault. He was released from the
MAKE IT HOME SAFE THIS
This holiday season, keep spirits bright by keeping spirits off the roads. The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety is urging drivers to avoid driving impaired as they travel to and from holiday gatherings. Statewide, law enforcement will be on the lookout for substance-impaired drivers, with targeted enforcement efforts Dec. 15, 2021, to Jan. 1, 2022.
There were 61 people killed and 269 seriously injured in
Those consequences include fines, jail time or even death.
December 8, 2021
GOVERNOR PARSON ORDERS FLAGS TO FLY AT HALF-STAFF IN HONOR OF
On Tuesday, Governor Mike Parson ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at all government buildings in Washington County, the Firefighter Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City, and fire houses statewide on Wednesday from sunrise to sunset in honor of Belgrade Firefighter James Dale Jenkins.
On December 3, Firefighter Jenkins was among the firefighters who responded to a structure fire in
Firefighter Jenkins served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968. He joined the Belgrade Volunteer Fire Department in 1970 and rose to the rank of assistant chief, a position he held for more than 20 years, before stepping back and serving as a captain and then as a firefighter, so others could advance within the department.
The flags will be held at half-staff on the day Firefighter Jenkins is laid to rest.
CITYWIDE TIP-A-COP FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Law enforcement from all over
Participating restaurants include:
Donations will be accepted at dinner only in special event envelopes provided by Special Olympics. The tips the officers receive are not intended to replace those of the regular wait staff.
December 7, 2021
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SENIOR SERVICES WARNS CITIZENS OF TEXT MESSAGE SCAM
Text messages sent from 1-704-525-9772
The Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) is warning citizens of a new text message scam targeting citizens and their personal information. According to website registration information, it was established on Dec. 2, 2021, and was registered using a provider from the European Union.
The text message requests that citizens visit a website to enter their social security number, name and date of birth, and upload photos of their Driver License to “validate” their “one-time Covid-19 Vaccine verification.” In an attempt to legitimize the site, logos of DHSS and the Missouri Department of Revenue’s myDMV portal appear along the top.
DHSS has worked with the Office of Administration’s Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD) to take all actions at the state’s disposal to report the site to the proper authorities, although the site is hosted and maintained externally.
DHSS will never ask for a citizen’s SSN over email or text message and only provides vaccination verification and records upon request. Although citizens have reported text messages originating from 1-704-525-9772, DHSS encourages citizens to protect their personal information online no matter the source.
If a citizen submitted their information through this website, DHSS recommends starting with the following steps to protect themselves:
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information regarding the whereabouts of 60 year old Harold David Fogle, of
• Two Counts of 2nd Degree Assault – Felonies – RSMo 565.052
• Leaving the Scene of Accident (involving physical injury) – Felony – RSMo 577.060
• Resisting Arrest – Felony – RSMo 575.150
• Driving While Revoked/Suspended – Misdemeanor – RSMo 302.321
• Operated a Motor Vehicle in a Careless and Imprudent Manner – Misdemeanor – RSMo 304.012
• Stealing – Misdemeanor – RSMo 570.030
The innocent motorist injured during the crash has been released from the hospital. A passenger who was in the suspect vehicle is still listed in stable condition at a local hospital. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Fogle is asked to contact the Boone County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say a current photo of Fogle is not available, but he is a 60 year old white male with gray hair and a receding hair line, He is approximately 5’04” in height with a medium build.
December 6, 2021
TWO TAKEN TO HOSPITAL AFTER GASCONADE
The patrol said two people were taken to a hospital following a crash on MO 19, south of Route F in
SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN
Troopers say a
Columbia Police investigated a fatal crash that happened in the area of North Highway 63 near the connector ramp around 1:25 AM Sunday. According to the report, 26 year old Cameron Acton was traveling southbound on North Highway 63 near the southbound Highway 63/Interstate 70 connector ramp when his vehicle left the roadway to the right. The vehicle went down an embankment and overturned coming to rest in the 200 block of
Weekend Report- December 4-5, 2021
ROAD TO
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacement operations on Route J in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes during these times.
GOVERNOR PARSON PROCLAIMS DECEMBER AS CHRISTMAS TREE MONTH IN
On Wednesday December 1 Governor Mike Parson hosted a ceremony proclaiming December 2021 as Christmas Tree Month in
The 2021 winning tree and wreath come from Steve and Teresa Meier of Meier Horseshoe Pines in
Today, the Meier family sells Christmas trees and fresh wreaths and operates a Christmas shop selling ornaments, decorations, and locally made products. The family is a multi-year winner of both the Christmas tree and wreath competitions.
This year’s tree in the Missouri Capitol is a Loblolly Pitch, a relatively new hybrid known for strong branches and fast growth. The tree is 10 feet tall and only four years old and was raised at Meier Horseshoe Pines from a seedling that originated at the Missouri State Forest Nursery in Licking.
December 2, 2021
On Wednesday at approximately 2:08 AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the
TWO MEN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES AFTER SEARCH WARRANT EXECUTED IN
On Wednesday at 6:37 AM the Fulton Police Department with the assistance of the Callaway County Sheriff's Office and the MUSTANG Drug Task Force, served a narcotics related search warrant at
THEFTS, STOLEN VEHICLE, PURSUIT
On Tuesday at approximately 7:00PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the area of the 1200 and 1300 blocks of
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December 1, 2021
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MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE REMINDS MISSOURIANS WITH MEDICARE THAT OPEN ENROLLMENT ENDS NEXT TUESDAY
The
CLAIM provides free and unbiased help from certified counselors. Consumers can arrange one-on-one phone counseling by calling 800-390-3330 or visiting missouriclaim.org. Even though in person counseling is not available at this time, CLAIM counselors are experts at providing quality service by phone to those who need their assistance.
CLAIM can also assist consumers, who have limited income, determine if they qualify for programs to help lower the cost of prescription drugs.
Consumers with complaints or questions about insurance can call the department's Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov.
November 30, 2021
PATROL REPORTS NINE FATALITIES OVER THE 2021 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY COUNTING PERIOD
The Patrol reports nine people died in traffic crashes during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday counting period--from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2021, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 28, 2021. There were no boating crashes or drownings. Statewide, 457 crashes were reported resulting in 114 injuries and the 9 fatalities. Troopers also reported making 72 Drug related arrests and 125 were cited for DWI.
BUSY HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
· On Thursday, November 25, 2021 at approximately 10:54 AM the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1100 block of
· On Friday, November 26, 2021 at approximately 12:08 PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1500 block of
· On Friday, November 26, 2021 at approximately 1:52 PM, an alert citizen notified Mexico Public Safety about some suspicious activity in the 500 block of Hendricks. Responding personnel found that a group of people had been breaking into storage units in the area and stealing items. Two members of the group were arrested and taken to MPSD. They were processed and released pending formal charges from the Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Some of the stolen property was recovered and the investigation is ongoing.
· On Saturday, November 27, 2021 at approximately 3:37 AM, a Mexico Public Safety Officer conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of
Anyone with information about this or any other crime is asked to contact CRIMESTOPPERS at 800-392-TIPS or 800-392-8477 or Mexico Public Safety at (573) 473-5800 or (573) 581-2100.
November 29, 2021
PAVEMENT REPAIRS IN
Weather permitting, the week of Nov.29, MoDOT crews will be starting pavement repairs on Interstate 70 from the Callaway County Line to the St. Charles Line. Work will be completed between 7:30 PM and 4:30 AM. The road will be reduced to one lane traffic during this time. The estimated time for the work to be completed is one week. The Route Y acceleration ramps at Jonesburg will temporally be closed at some point during operations. Motorists will need to use alternate routes only while the Route Y acceleration ramps are closed.
PUBLIC INVITED TO DISCUSS PRIORITY UNFUNDED TRANSPORTATION NEEDS
The public is invited to a meeting to discuss the draft updated High Priority Unfunded Needs list for transportation in northeast
November 24, 2021
EXTRA CAUTION SUGGESTED FOR THANKSGIVING TRAVELERS
The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. MoDot expects heavier than normal traffic on Missouri roads from today through the weekend and motorists should remain alert to highway situations and be prepared for increased traffic on highways and they recommend you focus on four safe driving tips to help you arrive safely: buckle up everyone in your vehicle, put your phone down while driving, don’t speed and don’t drive impaired. Last year, Twelve people were killed and 41 seriously injured during the 2020 Thanksgiving holiday extended weekend.
THANKSGIVING PEAK DAY FOR HOME COOKING FIRES
The State Fire Marshal’s office recently issued reminders that more cooking fires happen on Thanksgiving than any other time of the year. Christmas is 2nd on the list while Christmas eve is 3rd. Visit the State Fire Marshall’s website for more details, things you can do to help prevent those types of fires and other safety tips too. The release also said the top three days for Candle fires are all between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors along with fire extinguishers to make sure they are working properly. Also, review home fire escape plans with all family members and particularly with overnight guests who will be staying in a home they are not familiar with. Everyone, including guests, should know two ways out of each room in the residence. Missouri Division of Fire Safety (mo.gov)
November 23, 2021
TWO MOBERLY RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH IN
The patrol investigated a single vehicle wreck in
The City of
CRASH ON US 63 RESULTS IN SERIOUS INJURIES FOR ONE DRIVER
Troopers report a
November 22, 2021
MAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN GASCONADE
A man was seriously hurt in a Saturday night accident in
MEXICO
A one vehicle crash on US 54, a half a mile west of
AUTHORITIES ASKING FOR HELP IN LOCATING MISSING
The Kirksville Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 16 year old Troy Lee Christiansen, of Kirksville who was last seen as he left the 1300 block of South Cottage Grove on foot around noon this past Thursday and did not return home. Christiansen is a white male, approximately 5’2”, weighing 120 pounds, with short blond hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black beanie hat, gray hooded sweatshirt with maroon lettering, blue pants with bright green stripes on the sides and red-and-white shoes. The News Release indicated Christiansen is believed to still be in the
November 18, 2021
DEERE AND COMPANY UNION WORKERS APPROVED THIRD CONTRACT OFFER WEDNESDAY
Sixty-one percent of employees voted in favor of the proposal according to a post on the United Auto Workers Local 74 Facebook page and that brings an end to the five-week strike. All first and second shifts at
KHQA TV in
AFG would potentially invest $450 million in the
The Greater Warren County Economic Development Council (GWCEDC), Missouri Partnership, Greater St. Louis, Inc., and
November 17, 2021
AUTHORITIES CONTINUE TO INVESTIGATE DEATH OF MAN FOUND IN FULTON CREEK
The Fulton Police Department continues to investigate the death of a 26-year-old man whose body had been shot multiple times and located early Monday in a creek. The Fulton Police Department reports officers responded at 1:08 AM to a report of a body located in Stinson Creek between West Seventh Street and Route F. Officers discovered the victim, described as a Black male in his mid-20s, had been shot multiple times. That man was later identified as Donald Simmons. Authorities continue to investigate leads and process evidence. If you had seen the victim or have any other information that may be useful as the investigation continues, please contact the Fulton Police Department, CrimeStoppers or your local law enforcement agency.
DEER HARVEST NUMBERS UP FROM PREVIOUS YEAR OVER OPENING WEEKEND
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol recently announced the Patrol will again join members of Concerns of Police Survivors in paying tribute to fallen officers and showing support for law enforcement by participating in Project Blue Light. General Headquarters, division offices, and troop headquarters buildings will display blue lights from Monday, November 29, 2021, through Monday, January 3, 2022. Thirty-one members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol have given their lives in fulfillment of the Patrol’s mission of providing service and protection to
November 16, 2021
Early Monday morning, just after 1am, Fulton Police responded to a report of a body located in the Stinson Creek between
SECOND SUSPECT ARRESTED
Columbia Police report the second man involved in the shooting in downtown
Authorities said a robbery happened Sunday afternoon at
November 15, 2021
WOMAN INJURED IN
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at around 8:45am Sunday in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
A driver from
ELDON WOMAN INJURED IN FRIDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
An Eldon woman was injured in a Friday afternoon crash in
Weekend Report- November 13-14, 2021
PAVEMENT REPAIRS IN
Weather permitting, the week of Nov.15, MoDOT crews will be starting pavement repairs on Interstate 70 from the Callaway County Line to the St. Charles Line. Work will be completed between 7:30 PM and 4:30 AM. The road will be reduced to one lane traffic during this time. The estimated time for the work to be completed is one week. The Route Y acceleration ramps at Jonesburg will temporally be closed at some point during operations. The contract for this project was awarded to NB West Contracting Company not to exceed $250,000.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes only while the Route Y acceleration ramps are closed.
WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS WEEK
Missourians are reminded to prepare for cold temperatures and potentially dangerous weather this winter.
In addition to frigid temperatures and snow and ice, winter brings dangerous driving conditions and the potential for damaging and deadly storms. That's why the National Weather Service, the State Emergency Management Agency and Missouri's local emergency managers are teaming up to promote Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Missouri, November 15th – 19th. Missourians should also consider these winter weather preparations and be ready to take necessary actions during inclement weather to keep their families safe.
Again, November 15th – 19th has been designated Winter Weather Preparedness week in
November 11, 2021
TIS THE SEASON … FOR DEER COLLISIONS
The patrol reports a driver was taken to an area hospital after her vehicle collided with a deer on Interstate 70 westbound in
MURDER SUSPECT TAKEN INTO CUSTODY WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN
KMIZ reports that Boone County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed Mark Achterberg was taken into custody Wednesday night in
QUEEN CITY MAN OFFICIALLY CHARGED FOR RAMMING HIS CAR INTO STATE TROOPERS SUV
In an updated story, KTVO and KTVO dot com reports a
November 10, 2021
ELSBERRY MAN KILLED IN
An Elsberry man was killed in an accident that occurred at 6:30pm Tuesday in
MAN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A man from
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSED STATEWIDE ON NOVEMBER HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date:
Thursday, November 11, 2021, in observance of Veterans Day. Normal operations will resume on Friday, November 12, 2021.
Thursday, November 25, 2021, and Friday, November 26, 2021, in observance of Thanksgiving. Normal operations will resume on Monday, November 29, 2021.
November 9, 2021
UPDATE REGARDING RESPONSE TO FIRE AT LEASED STATE FACILITY IN
Today, state team members from the Department of Social Services (DSS) and the Office of Administration’s Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) continue to provide reliable and responsive service to
Last week the Jefferson City Fire Department responded to a reported fire at
The damage assessment and estimated loss amount from the privately owned building and contents is $2.5 million; however, this does not reflect the state's total equipment loss. The Office of Administration continues to work with the impacted state agencies to replace equipment, and damage estimates are still under review as the state further determines what is salvageable.
Also, the Missouri Division of Fire Safety (DFS) completed and delivered its cause and origin report on the fire to the Governor’s Office and the Office of Administration. The Jefferson City Fire Department had requested DFS assist in the fire investigation.
The report states that a passerby on Highway 50 reported the fire at about 8:51 p.m. on November 1. The caller reported seeing fire on the roof of the building, according to the Jefferson City Fire Department. The report lists the cause of the fire as undetermined, and states that investigators could not eliminate that the fire originated on the roof or within the attic portion of the structure. Investigators determined that fire damage to the interior of the building was caused by “fall down burning from the attic level” of the structure.
CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY SEAT TECHNICIAN COURSE BEING OFFERED
The Northeast Coalition for Roadway Safety and the Safe Kids Coalition have partnered to offer a safety seat technician course in the spring of 2022. This course will include 4 days of course instruction, plus hands-on applications, and a car seat checkup event. For those interested in becoming a certified child passenger safety seat technician in the state of
MO POST Credit offered for this class: You will get 24 hours in the area(s) of Legal Study 2 hours, Skill Development 9 hours, Interpersonal Perspectives 7 hours, Technical Studies 6 hours.
To register: go to http://cert.safekids.org and create a user log- in. Search for Course ID: MO20211014940 – Controlled Class in
For more information or questions on registration please contact Safe Kids at 1-877-366-8154. For more information on the class please contact: Kathy Zents at: kz@shcmoks.com.
November 8, 2021
Columbia Police are continuing their investigation into a crash that occurred in the 1000 block of US Highway 63 North at approximately 6:30 pm Saturday night. According to the police report 54 year old Cassandra A. Shafer of
ANOTHER SHOOTING INCIDENT IN
On Saturday, at approximately 12 a.m. Columbia Police were conducting a foot patrol in the area of
OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING – ONE MAN IN CUSTODY
On Saturday at approximately 11:20 p.m. Columbia Police were conducting a foot patrol in the area of Broadway and
Weekend Report- November 6-7, 2021
CONTRACT AWARDED FOR ROAD WORK IN
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission recently awarded a contract to Pace Construction Company for a project in
The projects are as follows:
I-70 South Outer Road - Road Resurfacing from Route Y in Jonesburg to 0.15 Mile West of
Work on these projects will take place in 2022. When start dates are established, MoDOT will alert the public about the project through signs, news releases and social media.
EMERGENCY RESPONDERS ADOPT NEW
The Missouri Department of Transportation and the Missouri State Highway Patrol have signed the Missouri Open Roads Agreement, a first-of-its-kind document that provides guidance to emergency responders clearing incidents from
MoDOT, MSHP and other emergency responders are calling on drivers to do their part by staying alert, slowing down, and when possible, moving over to give them room to work. To remind motorists what’s on the line, the Federal Highway Administration has declared the week of Nov. 8-14 as Crash Responder Safety Week.
There were more than 131,000 traffic crashes in
When motorists approach any responders or emergency vehicles on the side of the highway with flashing lights, they should move over.
For more information about Crash Responder Safety Week and what drivers can do to protect
November 4, 2021
PAVEMENT REPAIRS IN
Weather permitting, the week of Nov.15, MoDOT crews will be starting pavement repairs on Interstate 70 from the Callaway County Line to the St. Charles Line. Work will be completed between 7:30 PM and 4:30 AM. The road will be reduced to one lane traffic during this time. The estimated time for the work to be completed is one week. The Route Y acceleration ramps at Jonesburg will temporally be closed at some point during operations. The contract for this project was awarded to NB West Contracting Company not to exceed $250,000.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes only while the Route Y acceleration ramps are closed.
DEERE EMPLOYEES SAY NO TO LATEST CONTRACT OFFER – STRIKE CONTINUES
Most workers at Deere & Co. rejected a contract offer Tuesday that would have given them 10% raises and decided to remain on strike in the hopes of securing a better deal. The raises in the new agreement reached over the weekend were twice as big as the ones in the original offer United Auto Workers union members rejected last month, but those raises and improved benefits weren't enough to end the strike that began on Oct. 14. The new agreement also would have provided an $8,500 ratification bonus, preserved a pension option for new employees, made workers eligible for health insurance sooner and maintained their no-premium health insurance coverage. The disputed contract covers more than 10,000 Deere workers at 12 facilities in
The union said 55% of its members at the 12 main plants voted against this latest contract offer Tuesday. Last month, 90% of union members also rejected a proposed contract that included immediate 5% raises for some workers and 6% for others, and 3% raises in 2023 and 2025. Deere officials said they were disappointed the agreement was voted down. Sales have been strong at the Moline, Illinois-based company this year as the economy continued to recover from the pandemic. Deere has predicted it will report record profits this year between $5.7 billion and $5.9 billion.
November 3, 2021
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DETAILS REGARDING FIRE AT LEASED STATE FACILITY IN
On Monday evening, the Jefferson City Fire Department responded to a reported fire at
The impacted building holds around 100 state team members who make up the Department of Social Services (DSS) and the Office of Administration’s Information Technology Services Division (ITSD). The ITSD staff who work in 1621 E. Elm support DSS.
The State Fire Marshall is working with the Jefferson City Fire Department to inspect the damage and will submit a report to the Governor’s Office. Capitol Police are on site to restrict access for safety reasons. The State of
November 2, 2021
YOUNG HUNTERS HARVEST 15,608 DEER DURING EARLY YOUTH PORTION
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young hunters ages 6 through 15 harvested 15,608 deer during Missouri’s early youth portion of the 2021 deer hunting season, Oct. 30-31. Top counties were Osage with youth hunters harvesting 359 deer,
Chlora Lindley-Myers, the director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, announced the release of final health insurance rates for the individual market in 2022 for the State of
“The health insurance market in our state and our country continues to be challenging, however, I’m pleased by the significant increase in competition we’ve seen in
Lindley-Myers notes that as in previous years,
Health carriers filed rates for 2022 facing a continuation of unusual circumstances due to COVID-19. The final rates for individual plans reflect this unpredictability, with rate changes ranging from an average decrease of 6.86% to an average increase of 15.46%.
Missourians can access the final rates and find more information about the rate review process on the department’s website at: https://insurance.mo.gov/industry/filings/healthrates/. The final rates posted do not reflect any premium subsidies that may be available to consumers through the federal government.
Open enrollment for the 2022 plan year begins November 1 and ends on January 15, 2022. The Department encourages consumers to shop carefully for health insurance coverage. “It’s important to consider more than the cost of the premiums when choosing your health plan for 2022,” said Lindley-Myers. “Companies may change the type of policy they sell from one year to the next. Networks may vary from year to year, and often differ based on where you live.”
Missourians who are considering an alternative type of health insurance, such as short-term limited duration or Association Health Plan, can review the Department’s Low Cost Health Insurance Guide or contact the Department’s Consumer Hotline where a specialist can provide assistance.
For more information and to utilize the Department’s shopping tool, visit the Department’s website at www.insurance.mo.gov or call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390.